COVID-19 has brought the importance of Australian supply chains to the fore. As overseas supply chains came to a halt, industries here were significantly impacted as supplies depleted. This prompted the government to consider an initiative that could sustain local manufacturing.
Source: “Why manufacturers should consider 3D and robotics to innovate following the federal budget” - https://www.australianmanufacturing.com.au/131462/why-manufacturers-should-consider-3d-and-robotics-to-innovate-following-the-federal-budget
