As with any emerging technology, such as 3-D printing, the law hasn't kept pace. Strict liability - one of three product liability theories which hold manufacturers liable for injuries caused by a defect, regardless of fault - may be difficult to apply in cases of 3-D printed products, given the uniqueness of the technology and the fact that numerous actors are involved in the production chain.

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Everyone agrees about the importance of adjusting to change. So why do so many companies fail in that effort?