Much has been made of the role 3D printing will one day have on the consumer products sector. In fact, McKinsey & Company famously predicted a $500 billion annual impact by 2025 from the “consumer use of 3D printing” and “direct product manufacturing.” To get there, however, the infrastructure for 3D printing needs to make significant strides, including new capabilities in software, equipment affordability, capabilities for the use of color, and more diverse and cost-efficient 3D printing materials. For a closer look, download this white paper by industry pioneer John Hauer.
