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This portion of our web guide emphasizes manufacturing and service industries in Southfield, Michigan.

Although people have produced things throughout most of human history, manufacturing came into prominence in the United States during the 19th century, largely in conjunction with the invention of the steam engine, large-scale mining of coal, and the construction of the railroads. This period was known as the Industrial Revolution, and manufacturing was the dominant industry in the United States for most of the 20th century and continues to be a significant contributor to municipal economies and the job market.

Service industries have also been around for a long time, but the prominence of the service sector began in the mid-1980s when it employed roughly the same number of workers as manufacturing industries. By the end of the 20th century, service industries employed twice as many workers as manufacturing industries.

Manufacturing industries, of course, involves producing goods to be sold to the end users, usually through the retail industry, which might be considered a service industry. On a large scale, manufacturing occurs within factories and often utilizes assembly lines.

Service industries have a broader function and may include working with things, as in repairing automobiles, or working with people, as in employment agencies.

We have elected to separate some service industries, such as health and real estate, into their own categories.

Advertising and marketing firms in Southfield may be listed in this category, along with web designers, graphic designers, photographers, printing services, and publishers. Employment agencies would also be suitable for this category.

Attorneys, law firms, and other legal services in Southfield are appropriate for this portion of our guide, as are local banks, credit unions, insurance companies, mortgage companies, accountants, and financial consultants. Funeral homes in Southfield may be found here, as well.

Other service industries for this category might include Southfield auto repair shops, computer repair shops, and various contractors, such as construction companies, plumbers, electricians, HVAC services, landscapers, housepainters, handymen, and housecleaning services, as well as architects.

Others might include moving companies based in Southfield, self-storage facilities, and utilities.

Of course, manufacturing companies and various tech companies in Southfield may be found here.

 

 

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