The Machinery Team of the Office of Materials & Machinery (OMM) assists U.S. businesses in the exportation of production machinery and general components. Its analysts work with the Industry Trade Advisory Committee for Automotive Equipment & Capital Goods (ITAC-2) to provide ongoing, confidential private sector advice to U.S. trade experts and negotiators on industry issues. OMM's analysts provide input on trade policy through their development of industry sector analyses and forecasts, and they are actively involved in the Department's trade promotion programs. To further the International Trade Administration's goal of aiding U.S. businesses competing abroad, OMM's trade specialists work close with other Commerce offices, other agencies, industry trade associations, and individual companies in developing and expanding export markets.