If you’re anything like me, the onset of fall leaves you feeling a bit bittersweet. I love the cooler weather and the changing foliage here in Ohio, but the turning of the seasons inevitably means that summertime is over. I hope you were able to enjoy some well-earned time off over the summer and are now refreshed and energized—and ready to get back to work!
In this issue of ASI, David S. Youland, director of The ChemQuest Group, details the workhorses of the industry for our annual look at key trends in raw materials and chemicals. As he writes, “Indeed, volatility in raw material pricing or supply availability have resulted in technology resources being shifted from innovation projects to validating alternate vendors or substitute materials during periods of short supply.”