This lecture introduces the additive manufacturing framework that we will use to explore the impact that these technologies can have on the delivery of business value. We begin by developing an understanding of how AM can influence trade offs between capital, scale, and scope. We then use those concepts to build a four-quadrant framework for use in analyzing AM impacts. Subsequent video lectures will explore each of these quadrants in greater detail. This edition of the video series does not include the quiz, assessment, or assignment portion as mentioned in the lesson.