With the economy showing signs of a recovery, assemblers are cautiously optimistic.
After a turbulent year of rollercoaster stock markets, accounting shenanigans, conservative consumer confidence and widespread layoffs, the U.S. economy remains somewhat shaky, but it’s beginning to show signs of a strong rebound. The 2002 ASSEMBLY State of the Profession survey, which was conducted in March, reflects some of this optimism, sprinkled with pockets of doubt and concern.