At Manufacturing International, accuracy, transparency, and credibility are the foundation of our editorial mission. Every article we publish is carefully sourced to ensure that you — our readers — are equipped with trustworthy, verifiable information to guide your decisions.
We use a clear framework to distinguish between types of sources and maintain the highest standards for attribution.
Our Source Categories
| Category | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Official Data & Regulatory Sources | First-hand data, government or agency rulings, original research reports, and regulatory publications. | WTO, U.S. Census Bureau – Foreign Trade Data, USTR, European Commission, Eurostat, HTSUS, CBP CROSS |
| News & Analysis Sources | Professional journalism offering expert commentary, industry trends, and timely event reporting. | Bloomberg, Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, IndustryWeek, Reuters |
| Industry-Specific Resources & Trade Publications | Specialized platforms focusing on manufacturing industry data, supplier directories, technical resources, and sector-focused reporting. | ThomasNet, Manufacturing Today, Manufacturing.net, IndustryNet |
How We Use Each Source Type
| Source Type | Primary Role |
|---|---|
| Official Data & Regulatory Sources | Form the core factual basis for articles. These sources ensure statistical accuracy, regulatory relevance, and policy clarity. |
| News & Analysis Sources | Provide additional context, expert interpretation, and trend analysis to complement official data and frame evolving events. |
| Industry-Specific Resources & Trade Publications | Offer manufacturing-specific insights, supplier data, technical best practices, and sector-focused reporting to enhance practical application for industry professionals. |
Summary
Primary Sources = Official, data-origin, regulatory, raw sources (What we refer to as Official Data & Regulatory Sources).
Secondary Sources = Journalistic, interpretive, news-reporting sources (What we refer to as News & Analysis Sources).
Industry-Specific Sources = Trade publications and sector-specific resources offering technical and market insights tailored for manufacturing (What we refer to as Industry-Specific Resources & Trade Publications).
All three source types are valuable. We prioritize primary data first, use secondary sources for additional context, and incorporate industry-specific resources to ensure relevance to the manufacturing sector.
Manufacturing International’s Commitment to You
- We cite all sources within our articles, linking directly to the original documents or official releases whenever available.
- We separate data from commentary clearly, so you know where facts end and interpretation begins.
- We review and update our sources periodically to maintain relevance and accuracy in a rapidly changing global manufacturing environment.
Why It Matters
Relying on accurate, tier-one official data combined with reputable journalistic insights and trusted industry resources allows Manufacturing International to deliver news and insights you can trust — to help you make informed decisions for your business, supply chain, operations, workforce, and growth strategies. You deserve full transparency about where your information comes from.
For More Information
If you have questions about our sourcing or editorial process, or if you would like to suggest additional resources, please contact us here.