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How to Protect Your Business from Cyber Attacks

Posted on October 6, 2023 (February 2, 2024)

October 22, 2019 By: Traci Spencer This article originally appeared on IndustryWeek. Guest blog post by Traci Spencer, Grant Program Manager for TechSolve, Inc., the southwest regional partner of the Ohio MEP, part of the MEP National NetworkTM. This article is the second installment in a five-part series outlining best practices when it comes to “Cybersecurity for Manufacturers.” These recommendations […]

Third Annual Comprehensive Study Details Current State of Wisconsin Manufacturing

Posted on October 6, 2023 (October 6, 2023)

For more information, contact: Buckley Brinkman at (608) 334-6077 or [email protected] MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity (WCMP) releases its third annual Wisconsin Manufacturing Report (WMR) on Tuesday. The report shows manufacturers are more optimistic about the economy and their businesses despite ongoing concerns about worker shortages and inflationary pressures. The […]

Understanding Marketing Signaling

Posted on September 22, 2023 (September 27, 2023)

By: Patrick Strother • CEO & CMO, Strother Communications Group So, what does evolutionary biology have to do with marketing? Turns out, quite a bit. What is marketing signaling? In its simplest form, marketing signaling is any communication that provides information beyond the mere form of a message. Think about the lasting impression you get […]

A Top Manufacturing Challenge: Pending Retirements & New Employees

Posted on September 1, 2023 (September 1, 2023)

Standardized Work is a solution that will help your company ensure all processes are documented, repeatable and consistently followed. Benefits of Standardized Work include: WMEP Manufacturing Solutions can help make Standardized Work happen in your organization. Contact us today. […]

Video: Heroes of American Manufacturing – Hope & Main, Making Dreams Reality

Posted on August 21, 2023 (August 21, 2023)

Hope & Main, a Rhode Island culinary business incubator, helps make dreams reality for people who want to start or own a food or beverage business. One of the top 10 food incubators in the country, Hope & Main has launched nearly 300 businesses since 2014, making it possible for these firms to have a […]

Revised ISO 9001 Quality Standard on the Horizon

Posted on August 4, 2023 (August 4, 2023)

After eight years of living under the quality requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO has finally obtained approval to revise the ISO 9001 quality standard. The approval process was quite contentious, with five previous ballots to revise the 2015 version not approved. ISO was forced to circulate the final, formal results 24 hours after a leak […]

How Inventory Accuracy Directly Impacts Profit

Posted on August 4, 2023 (August 4, 2023)

Authored By: Bridget Lazlo, CEO, Guardian Business Solutions For every dollar of error in your inventory, there is a dollar of direct impact on your profitability. It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. To better understand, calculate profit by taking your total sales less the cost to produce, manage, and sell your product. When you […]

Protected: 9 Big Benefits of Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) for Manufacturers

Posted on August 1, 2023 (August 1, 2023)

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4 Steps to Revenue Growth

Posted on July 5, 2023 (July 5, 2023)

By: Patricia Henning Strother • President, Strother Communications Group SCG’s 4-step flight plan is a reliable pathway to reach targeted revenue. This model is particularly helpful for companies seeking dramatic revenue growth. At Strother Communications Group, we help sellers reach buyers, boost reputations, and grow sales. Sales growth is our specialty. We will help you […]

8 Ways to Improve Your Supplier Selection Process

Posted on June 27, 2023 (June 27, 2023)

May 30, 2023By: Art Thomas Many manufacturers have had to make significant changes in suppliers in recent years because of various disruptions. Small and medium-sized manufacturers are often resource-challenged and do not have supply chain specialists to focus on vetting suppliers. When it comes to suppliers, manufacturers often are more transactional than strategic, focusing on […]

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