Help Shape U.S. Manufacturing Policy: 2026 Reshoring Survey Now Open

The Reshoring Initiative, partnering with Regions Recruiting, is launching its 2026 Reshoring Survey to capture real‑time insights on how trade conditions, global risks, and federal policies are shaping reshoring and foreign direct investment (FDI) decisions. The data collected will directly inform policymakers and economic developers working to strengthen U.S. manufacturing.

With just ten minutes to complete, the survey offers a direct channel for manufacturers, supply‑chain leaders, and contract producers to influence the next wave of U.S. manufacturing policy—impacting costs, supply‑chain resilience, and global competitiveness.

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Our 2025 Reshoring Survey identified key strategic imperatives for U.S. re‑industrialization:

• Level the cost playing field for domestic and foreign competitors
• Expand and upskill a robust, high‑quality workforce
• Apply total cost of ownership (TCO) principles across supply chains
• Prepare for geopolitical and market volatility

The 2026 survey builds on that foundation by examining the concrete impacts of recent policy changes—including taxes, tariffs, and emerging uncertainties—as well as the role of AI and the skills gap in reshoring decisions.

Data will be rigorously analyzed by the Reshoring Initiative and Regions Recruiting to produce industry‑wide reports and actionable recommendations. Findings will be shared with leaders in the manufacturing sector and with the Trump administration to shape policies that benefit the nation and its businesses.

“The pandemic was an eye‑opener and the current geopolitical tensions underscore the fragility of global supply chains,” says Kathy Nunnally, Managing Partner at Regions Recruiting. “OEMs are actively developing resiliency strategies, building in‑house capabilities, and investing in technology to secure their supply chains. The future of domestic contract manufacturing is bright.”

While industrial output remains strong, participation in the 2026 survey is still low in several key manufacturing states. Targeted “cold spots” include:

• Indiana – consistently ranked #1 in manufacturing as a percentage of state GDP
• Michigan – the historic heart of the U.S. automotive industry
• Arizona – a leading hub for semiconductors and aerospace
• Tennessee & Alabama – modern centers for automotive and critical equipment manufacturing
• South Carolina & Georgia – key regions for aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing

With robust participation from these vital regions, the Reshoring Initiative can provide the insights necessary to accelerate U.S. re‑industrialization.

The nationwide 2026 Reshoring Survey will remain open to respondents through July 15, 2026. The survey captures experience and insights from manufacturing operations, supply‑chain/procurement decision‑makers, and contract manufacturers.

The Reshoring Initiative invites OEMs and contract manufacturers (CMs) to complete this brief survey on current reshoring trends, FDI, and the shift of manufacturing operations back to the United States.

Your participation can help shape national policy. For the full range of resources offered by the Reshoring Initiative, visit www.reshorenow.org/resources/.

Source: Reshoring Initiative