The U.S. manufacturing industry is evolving at a rapid pace, driven by new technologies, smarter supply chains, and an increasingly dynamic workforce. In 2025 small manufacturers will face a mix of opportunities and challenges as they navigate these changes. To stay competitive, small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) will need to integrate cutting-edge technologies that were […]
Madison, WI (February 13, 2025) – WMEP Manufacturing Solutions is pleased to announce several updates to its Board of Directors, reflecting the organization’s commitment to leveraging deep industry expertise to drive growth and success for Wisconsin manufacturers. About WMEP Manufacturing Solutions WMEP is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to the success of Wisconsin manufacturers. With consulting […]
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January 15, 2025 By: Nathan Ginty Traditional approaches to supply chain management, which often emphasize cost-per-unit, no longer provide the flexibility manufacturers need to create the innovative solutions necessary for achieving long-term success. In today’s highly competitive manufacturing environment, optimizing supplier relationships requires more than just negotiating the lowest price: It’s essential to move beyond transactional vendor […]
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November 13, 2024 By: Michael Sharp This blog is the first in a four-part series on the beginner’s guide to Industrial Artificial Intelligence applications. Welcome knowledge seeker! Do you feel dazzled and awed by the great potential of Artificial Intelligence aka AI? Perhaps hesitant or lost when words like ‘convolution,’ ‘deep learning,’ or ‘autoencoder’ are thrown […]
We are happy to welcome Annita Wozniak to the WMEP team! From day one, her infectious enthusiasm and genuine warmth have made a meaningful impact on our culture. Annita’s adaptability and talent for collaboration shine through as she engages with team members. We’re excited about the fresh perspectives she brings, and we look forward to […]
Is your business ready for the future of manufacturing? Prepare your company for success in 2025 with actionable insights from the 2024 WMR report. A peek into the report – Four Manufacturer Takeaways: If past readouts have influenced your decisions, we’d love to hear from you! […]
September 24, 2024 While in Wisconsin, we celebrate October as Manufacturing Month (MFG Month), nationally Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) is held on the first Friday of October every year. This is a great opportunity for manufacturers to address workforce challenges. MFG Day is an initiative of the Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association […]
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WMEP Manufacturing Solutions is excited to announce that Barry Messer, Senior Consultant of Operational Excellence, has recently earned the Lead Auditor certification for the ISO 13485 Medical Devices standard. With this new accreditation, Barry will be able to guide clients in developing, auditing, and implementing quality management systems specific to medical device manufacturing. This certification […]
WMEP Manufacturing Solutions is proud to announce that Greg Gasper has attained the Lead Auditor certification for the AS9100 Aerospace standard. This accreditation enables Greg to support clients not only by auditing their existing systems but also by developing, implementing, and assessing aerospace-specific quality frameworks. The AS9100 certification, marks the fifth ISO Standard under which […]
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Is your business ready for the future of manufacturing? Prepare your company for success in 2025 with actionable insights from the upcoming WMR report. We’ve summarized the top takeaways from our 2023 report relative to the Top 4 Growth Opportunities: Join us at the 2024 WMR Readout Events: If past readouts have influenced your decisions, […]
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