Christopher Chidzik
Principal Economist Chris is currently the Principal Economist at AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology where he examines trends in the overall economy that affect the demand for manufacturing technology. For over five years, Chris has managed surveys which compile the data necessary to get a full picture of the U.S. manufacturing landscape. Prior to AMT, Chris held varied roles in data analytics, research, sales, and marketing in an array of industries and settings. Chris holds a master’s degree in economics from The American University.
Chris is currently the Principal Economist at AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology where he examines trends in the overall economy that affect the demand for manufacturing technology. For over five years, Chris has managed surveys which compile the data necessary to get a full picture of the U.S. manufacturing landscape. Prior to AMT, Chris held varied roles in data analytics, research, sales, and marketing in an array of industries and settings. Chris holds a master’s degree in economics from The American University.
Posts by Christopher Chidzik
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikJul 10, 2024
US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $214.4 Million in May 2024, Raising the Year-to-Date Total 4% Over 2023
Shipments of cutting tools, measured by the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled in a collaboration between AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI), were $214.4 million in May 2024.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikJul 08, 2024
Manufacturing Technology Orders Grow in May 2024 Despite Sustained High Interest Rates
Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $386.7 million in May 2024.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikJun 12, 2024
US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $214.7 Million in April 2024, Raising Year-to-Date Total Nearly 5% Over 2023
Shipments of cutting tools, measured by the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled in a collaboration between AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI), reached $214.7 million in April 2024.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikJun 10, 2024
April 2024 Manufacturing Technology Orders Slow Decline, Remain Above Historical Average
Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, reached $317.9 million in April 2024.
Technology
By Christopher ChidzikMay 28, 2024
Navigating Automation Adoption: A Historical Perspective
While the machinery that inspired the upheaval at the beginning of the 19th century would seem unfathomably labor-intensive by today’s standards, it illustrates how the fear of new technologies replacing manufacturing jobs is not a new one.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikMay 20, 2024
US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $212.4 Million in March 2024, Bringing the Year-to-Date Total Up 2% From 2023
March 2024 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $212.4 million, according to USCTI and AMT. This total, reported by the Cutting Tool Market Report, was down 1.1% from February’s $214.6 million and down 5.8% from the $225.6 million reported in March 2023.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikMay 13, 2024
Manufacturing Technology Orders Jump in March 2024 as Southeast and West Regions Soar
Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, reached $435.7 million in March 2024. Orders grew nearly 25% above the February 2024 level.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikApr 29, 2024
Choppy Waters or Smooth Sailing? Find Out at the Spring Economic Webinar
The speakers at AMT’s upcoming Spring Economic Webinar will break down how recent developments on the global stage, including military conflicts, inflation, and more, could impact orders of manufacturing technology and your business. Don't miss it.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikApr 18, 2024
US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $214.6 Million in February 2024, Bringing the Year-Over-Year Total Up 9% From February 2023
February 2024 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $214.6 million, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.
Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikApr 09, 2024
February Manufacturing Technology Orders Up 2.1% Over January; Contract Machine Shops Decreased Orders, While Aerospace Increased
Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $343.3 million in February 2024.
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