critical success factors and emerging issues and trends in engineering

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I am doing some research on the general engineering and manufacturing industry, with a particular interest in jobbing and foundry operations. I am trying to determine critical success factors relating to this industry and emerging issues and trends facing companies. <br>
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Where could I source such information, particularly statistics? Any assistance would be much appreciated. <br>
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Thanks<br>