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Building Futures: A Guide to the Exciting Events of Manufacturing Month In Washington State

Friday, September 29, 2023 | Manufacturing Day, All
Our steadfast dedication to workforce development is evident in the substantial resources we have invested. Throughout the year, we have collaborated with many of you to introduce students to the b... Read More

The Six Words That Will Massively Improve Your Employee Recruitment

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | Workforce Development, All
    Hiring has been a difficult process, as many manufacturing companies have found.   People have grown accustomed to working from home for the past two years and let’s b... Read More

Mastering Supply Chain Risk Management for Small Manufacturers

Monday, September 25, 2023 | Supply Chain, All
In today's ever-evolving global marketplace, small manufacturers face unique challenges that can significantly impact their operations and profitability. Our Manufacturer's Guide to Developing Risk... Read More

Jeanette M. Provan Joins Impact Washington-NIST MEP as Account Executive for Eastern Washington

Monday, September 25, 2023 | News Release, All
  Seasoned Manufacturing Leader hired to Drive Growth and Excellence in the Region. Impact Washington-NIST MEP is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team, Jeanette M. Provan, who... Read More

Washington State's Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center Honored with Distinguished Award for Exceptional Market Leadership

Monday, September 25, 2023 | News Release, All
Pictured left to right, Pravina Raghavan, Director of the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Program at the National Institute of Standards, Miguel Angel Moreno Hierro, Account Exec... Read More

Responding To The Workforce Skills Gap: Solutions for Common Manufacturing Problems

Tuesday, September 19, 2023 | Workforce Development, All
Adopting a Strategic Workforce Development Plan Will Benefit Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers As U.S. manufacturers’ needs are adapting to a tech-driven world, the pool of skilled employees... Read More

Impact Washington-NIST MEP Announces its Support and Partnership with the Association of Washington Business (AWB) for Annual Manufacturing Week Bus Tour

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 | News Release, Manufacturing Day, All
Collaborative Efforts Illuminate the Vital Role of Manufacturing in Washington State's Economy Bothell, WA (August 2023) – Impact Washington-NIST MEP proudly announces its involvement as an... Read More

3 Simple Steps to Recruiting the Right Manufacturing Employees

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | Workforce Development, All
Putting Your Best Foot Forward Goes Both Ways in Job Recruitment The manufacturing industry is struggling to get new workers involved. Retaining talent and upskilling the workforce you al... Read More

Impact Washington Secures $400,000 Grant to Boost Supplier Resilience and Manufacturing Support in Washington State

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | News Release, Supply Chain, All
Enhanced services and Supplier Scouting Program designed to streamline supply chains and bolster U.S. manufacturing. Bothell, WA (August 9, 2023) – Impact Washington, an approved center and... Read More

The LECP Program: Empowering Manufacturers on the Journey of Continuous Improvement

Impact Washington’s Lean Enterprise Certificate Program (LECP) is an exceptional starting point for any manufacturer seeking to embark on a transformative continuous improvement journey. Deve... Read More