October 2019
Manufacturing
Update
The Manufacturing Update is a bi-monthly electronic newsletter from Industry Expansion Solutions with up-to-date manufacturing news. Below you can view past issues.
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Clocking In: Voices of NC Manufacturing Podcast
The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) has launched a new manufacturing-focused podcast hosted by IES Executive Director and NCMEP Director, Phil Mintz. The first episode features ATI Laminates, a decorative laminate manufacturer based out of Greensboro, North Carolina. Our guest and President of ATI Laminates, Tara Burgio, talks about how the company is maniacally focused on developing innovative surfaces for the hospitality, retail, healthcare and institutional markets. Tara also gives us some tips on how to maintain a committed workforce. Podcast episodes will be released in monthly installments, every second Tuesday, so stay tuned!
MNC Network Event
Join us for our October 10 MNC Network event centered around Data Analytics and Digital Supply Chain Management (DSCM). We’ll be discussing how to turn data into information that can be used in making business discussions that are vital in obtaining a competitive edge. We’ll also learn how DSCM can help to identify problems in your organization’s supply chain.
Last Call for mfgCON Registration
mfgCON 2019 registration is set to close in just a few weeks. Don’t miss out on this year’s informative manufacturing conference. With four tracks and 24 breakout sessions, there is something for everyone at this year’s conference. From breakout sessions about “Workforce Collaborations in the 21st Century” to “How One of America’s Safest Manufacturers Approaches Safety” to “Leading With Diversity” to “Building Partnerships For Success”, you’ll come away with ideas you can implement immediately in your organization.
Announcing Two New Courses
Interested in joining the data analytics revolution to improve problem-solving and decision making? Want to get the basic data analysis knowledge needed to identify opportunities for improving your business agility? Or maybe you’re interested in learning what digital supply chain management (DSCM) is, its benefits and how to move towards implementation of DSCM. Register today for Data Analytics or Digital Supply Chain Management.
NC Manufacturer American Giant Apparel Featured on CBS News
Forty years ago, 80% of clothing bought in the US was made in the US. Today, that percentage has plummeted to just 3%. American Giant Apparel Owner, Bayard Winthrop, tells his story to CBS News about how he used his past Wall Street and Silicon Valley experience to keep jobs on American (and North Carolinian) soil. Winthrop’s goal: make everything start to finish in the US.
Phil Mintz Tapped for Board of Directors
Phil Mintz, IES Executive Director and Director of NCMEP, is one of the seven directors nominated to sit on the Foundation For Manufacturing Excellence Board. Those confirmed will serve a three-year term starting October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2022. He has been nominated with other MEP Directors from South Carolina, Maine, Ohio and previous board members.
The Foundation for Manufacturing Excellence is the educational foundation for NIST-MEP Centers. The main focus of the institute is to assist in providing enduring education to the nationwide system of manufacturing center members.
2019 Baldridge Fall Conference
Learn best industry practices from the 2018 Baldridge award-winning organizations.The 2019 Baldridge Fall Conference is being held in Nashville, TN at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center on Oct 24–25. This year’s theme is “Tune Into Excellence” with four tracks and 16 breakout sessions. The 2019 Baldridge Fall Conference will be an exciting combination of gaining invaluable knowledge and networking.
Addressing The MFG Skills Gap
According to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) 2019 1st Quarter Manufacturer’s Outlook Survey, 71.3% of the U.S manufacturers surveyed mentioned the failure to appeal to and retain qualified workers. This is a major dilemma for the future of the manufacturing industry. But with loss comes opportunity. There is a chance for manufacturers to find skilled labor within unrepresented and unemployed communities. A win-win for both the community and the manufacturer.
Everything Small Manufacturers Need To Know About Value Propositions
What is a value proposition? Does your organization have one? A value proposition is a statement that effectively communicates a promise of value the organization makes with the customer regarding it’s innovations, services, products or as a company. Your value proposition should also explain the unique way methods your company can solve your customer’s problems in a way your competitor can’t. There exist multiple proven value proposition templates that can help you better reach your potential customers and pitch your company’s values.
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Manufacturing Day Rocks North Carolina
Manufacturing Day Rocks North Carolina
Manufacturing Day sees all kinds of institutions across the country getting down to the business of educating the public about what modern manufacturing really looks like! Manufacturing Day happens yearly on the first Friday in October. This year, Manufacturing Day occurs on October 4.We’d like to thank, in advance, the more than 82+ organizations that will be holding events around the state.
Other News
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A Few Good Robots—4 Types of Robots Every Manufacturer Should Know »
How Toyota Kata Can Keep Your Organization On the Road of Continuous Improvement »
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