3D Printing: Building a Successful Program

3D printing, once the stuff of science fiction, has become a reality, with the potential to revolutionize design and manufacturing in many sectors, including government. But while 3D printing is real, it is still new to many agencies. In this webcast, Lt. Commander Ben "Prof" Kohlmann, Chief of Naval Operations Rapid Innovation Cell, will offer best practices and lessons learned in leveraging this technology. Lt. Commander Kohlmann spearheaded an effort that put a 3D printer aboard a warship for the first time.

Topics to be addressed include:

• How to identify individuals or groups who can be allies in formulating a 3D printing program
• How to develop a program to educate an organization about the technology
• How to build a collaborative venture that involves all the necessary stakeholders, from those who will executive on the program to those who have creative insights.