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Made In USA/#MadeInRI Apparel: What is the Future?
RITIN webinar video: take a look at the making of apparel & textiles in the USA and in Rhode Island. does #MadeInRI apparel have a future?
Measuring Customer Satisfaction for Manufacturing Competitiveness
In this video, find out WHY and HOW measuring customer satisfaction helps smaller manufacturers meet quality standards & be more competitive.
Polaris MEP Welcomes Matt Watson as Director of RI Manufacturing Partnership Center
Matt Watson has been hired to lead Polaris MEP, Rhode Island’s nonprofit Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center.
Succeeding in the Labor Market with Competitive Employee Benefits
How can competitive employee benefits help smaller manufacturers better attract and retain talent? A Polaris MEP #JobQualityToolkit webinar
New Resources for Lowering Energy Expenses
Polaris MEP webinar recording: Learn about new resources to help smaller manufacturers in lowering energy expenses from the experts at RISE.
MEP National Network Infographic: Responding to the Manufacturing Skills Gap With Training
MEPNN Infographic — Training: Responding to the Manufacturing Skills Gap — describes common workforce challenges, possible solutions.
Polaris MEP Opens Applications for Round 1 of New Rhode Island Defense Supply Chain Program
Applications open for RI MADE, funding assessments & automation, robotics, cyber projects for defense supply chain manufacturing companies.
Lean Training Leads to Waves of Positive Change for Fitness Equipment Manufacturer
Facing increased global demand and an influx of new workers, WaterRower leaders turned to Polaris MEP for continuous improvement training.
Employment Law Changes – What Smaller Rhode Island Manufacturers Should Know
Employment law changes relevant to smaller Rhode Island manufacturers – and what they should be thinking about to prevent issues.
Two New Employment Law Services for RI’s Smaller Manufacturers
Access a video interview with compliance firm Foley & Foley about two employment law services now available to RI’s smaller manufacturers.
3 DOs and DONTs for Implementing Barcode Scanning for Inventory Management
Many Rhode Island manufacturers have turned to barcode scanning systems for inventory management. Improve accuracy and easy with these tips.
3 DOs and DONTs for Implementing Barcode Scanning for Inventory Management
Many Rhode Island manufacturers have turned to barcode scanning systems for inventory management. Improve accuracy and easy with these tips.
Digital Innovation and R&D Tax Credits for Today’s Manufacturing Challenges
Digital innovation could address many of today’s manufacturing challenges. Learn what’s possible, what tax credits could help pay for R&D.
Build a More Proactive Game Plan with a Lean Management Road Map
A lean management road map can help your Rhode Island manufacturing company become more proactive and resilient.
Our Top Advice for a More Successful 2023
Polaris MEP’s manufacturing advisors, program managers and workforce pros share top advice to help RI companies enjoy a more successful 2023.
Providence Business News: Digital innovation webinar
Polaris MEP will host a free digital innovation webinar for manufacturers who are interested in expanding their digital solutions on Jan. 17
Providence Business News: More than $87M from 2023 federal spending bill to support 78 Rhode Island projects
The 2023 federal spending bill includes more than $87.2M to support 78 RI projects, including manufacturing work-based training.
Info Session Video Series Introduces 4 Proven Lean Productivity Tools
Series of info session videos introduces 4 Manufacturing productivity tools: SMED, Value Stream Mapping, Process Flow and Spaghetti Diagrams.