Strategic Plan

SME has launched its SME Strategic Plan 2012, which was approved by the SME Board of Directors in 2008. The plan builds on the successes the Society achieved under the guidance of the SME Strategic Plan 2010.

SME Mission

The mission of SME is to acquire and distribute manufacturing knowledge among its members and the broader manufacturing community.

SME Vision

Recognized globally as the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking.

Goal 1: Knowledge

SME will be the premier manufacturing knowledge resource throughout the global manufacturing community.

Goal 2: Education

SME and the SME Education Foundation will be known as advocates for careers in manufacturing and a leading resource for manufacturing education.

Goal 3: Membership

SME will actively engage people and companies in their communities of interest to add value for the member.

Goal 4: Brand

SME's brand creates the image of the most valued source of manufacturing knowledge.

Goal 5: Lean & Effective

SME will be both lean and effective.

Goal 6: Knowledge Delivery

SME will deliver knowledge in ways that meet the needs of members and customers.