Much of manufacturing is automated unless the human is cheap enough not to automate that being said I believe the Mac Pro factory in the USA has hardly any humans but it is the supply side that has problem USA manufacturing is hollowed out and critical parts need to be imported. In Apples case simple screws or lack thereof caused a problem
https://finance.yahoo.com/news.... Musk has a similar problem that he tackles by vertical integration for instance when he found he couldn't get a toolmaker He bought one brought it up to scratch and then used them to make the Die etc for manufacturing In apple case they would need to buy a screw manufacturer and restart that part of US manufacturing. That is what Trump is trying to get US companies to do instead of piling money up in the bank increase manufacturing capacity at home which benefits everyone BTW in Musks case that toolmaker started placing orders with other toolmakers when they had too much the end result they have restarted that very important part of manufacturing
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Elon Musk’s acquisition of Riviera Tool & Die is a significant step in reshaping the American manufacturing landscape. By focusing on domestic production, Musk not only enhances the quality and resilience of his supply chain but also supports local economies and inspires a shift toward innovation in manufacturing. As industries continue to evolve, Musk’s approach may serve as a blueprint for future entrepreneurs looking to balance quality, sustainability, and local economic support. The implications of this acquisition extend beyond Musk’s own ventures, potentially influencing the broader trajectory of American manufacturing in the years to come.