KC Morris is research science and technology leader at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). She brings a background in computer science, information modeling, and knowledge representation to solve industrial challenges in the manufacturing sector while ensuring that new practices lead to more competitive and sustainable manufacturing. KC leads an award-winning team that contributes to standards for smart and sustainable manufacturing systems from the shop floor through integration with the enterprise and supply chain. KC serves on the executive committee of ASTM International’s E60 Committee, is vice-chair of ASTM E60.13 on Sustainable Manufacturing, is a technical expert to ISO TC 184 on Automation systems and integration and serves on the board of directors for SME’s North American Manufacturing Research Institute (NAMRI).