Advisory Services

Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM International
Strategic Insight. Real-World Execution. Global Impact.
Accelerate Your Advanced Manufacturing Strategy
Whether you're just getting started or scaling up, Wohlers Associates offers the strategic guidance and technical expertise to move additive manufacturing (AM) forward — with purpose.
With more than 30 years of experience and 500+ engagements worldwide, we’ve helped manufacturers, government agencies, and investors unlock opportunities, reduce risk, and build resilient supply chains using advanced manufacturing.
A Holistic Approach – From Roadmap to Realization
We support organizations at every stage of AM adoption:
Strategic Planning
AM opportunity mapping and technology scouting
Market landscape and competitor benchmarking
M&A due diligence and investment strategy
Business case development
AM technology roadmaps
Public policy development
Adoption and Deployment
Application screening and part identification
AM process selection and supply chain qualification
Facility design and workflow optimization
Standards and quality system integration
Market entry, business model, and go-to-market strategies
Enterprise Enablement
Custom training and DfAM workshops
Work instructions, specifications, and documentation
Proof-of-concept development and prototyping
Compliance with ISO/ASTM standards
Supply chain strategies and assessments
Why Wohlers?
- Trusted advisors to 280+ organizations in 27 countries
- Deep expertise in AM technology, post-processing, automation, and sustainability
- Integrated with the ASTM Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE)
- Backed by the data and global network behind the Wohlers Report

Sample Engagements

- Launching new AM facilities across aerospace and defense
- Developing digital part qualification frameworks
- Advising on AM standards integration for certification bodies
- Guiding VC and PE firms on technology acquisitions