Figure 1 . PNAC Collaborative Innovation Process
An important goal for PNAC is to report the solutions we create not only within the aerospace manufacturing ecosystem , but also to other clusters and to the Department of Commerce . This enhances the possibility of solutions being deployed not only through corporate actions and through starting new companies , but also through public-private partnerships . This also encourages those who are spending time in this process that in a very real sense they will have the opportunity to change the world .
INNOVATION IS KEY
Innovation clusters supporting key Washington industries are critical pillars of their innovation policy and economic development program moving forward – which makes PNAA ’ s involvement that much more critical for the future of aerospace manufacturing . PNAA ’ s strong culture of trust-based collaboration with its members is helping PNAC get a head start on establishing its innovation groups – a critical component of cluster development that allows clusters to leverage the collective expertise , knowledge , talent , and resources of your sector to solve challenges and drive innovation . PNAC is also taking a leading role in establishing relationships with its cluster peers and seeking opportunities for cross-cluster collaboration .
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Toth adds , “ The evolution of aerospace from that first flight on a wooden aircraft to global travel on a widebody jet to commercial rocket rides traveling through our amazing solar system has been extraordinary . And it wouldn ’ t have been possible without the more than 1,200 companies that participate in the aerospace supply chain in Washington state .”
If you have questions or would like to learn more about how to be a part of collaborative innovation in aerospace manufacturing , you can connect with PNAC at pnac @ pnaa . net .
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