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Tips/video on implementing a lean manufacturing tactic, the “team board,” to improve performance across safety, productivity, delivery, cost and more.

VIDEO: Lean Tip of the Week | Team Boards are a lean manufacturing tactic to track and improve Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery, Cost.

RI Manufacturing Center Polaris MEP reports positive economic impacts from FY 2021 programs including 1,628 jobs added or retained.

Rhode Island manufacturers call for business on-site COVID-19 testing. Providence Business News reports Polaris MEP is supporting the demand.

Polaris MEP pilots a new program that uses virtual reality to encourage students to join manufacturing careers.

Polaris MEP will offer its Level 200 Manufacturing Developmental Series, part o a free manufacturer employer training sessions,

Eric Goetz is no stranger to innovation and pushing the limits of technology. He began his career in 1975 building boats at his own company, Goetz Custom Sailboats. From the start, he was constantly experimenting with new ways to build stronger, lighter, and faster boats—including 10 America’s Cup challengers and defenders. However, as was the […]

Graphene Composites (GC) is a world leader in nanomaterials engineering. With roots that extend from the United Kingdom to Providence, Rhode Island, the team applies its nanotechnology expertise to a wide range of applications and technical challenges, developing revolutionary solutions in health, protection, composites, and energy industries. Led by former Rhode Islander Sandy Chen, CEO, […]

A mask mandate goes into effect in RI December 20th. Polaris MEP and RIMA offer a summary, COVID-19 guidance & resources for manufacturers.

Polaris MEP’s parent organization, the URI Research Foundation (URIRF), was selected in conjunction with Rhode Island Commerce as one of 60 national EDA grant finalists. Project is designed to grow a Blue Economy Cluster in RI.

Join Polaris MEP and Locke Lord for a webinar about the legal aspects of the COVID-19 vaccine for Rhode Island manufacturers.

This half-hour informational session explains the benefits and structure of the TribalVision Lead Generation Consortium

NIST MEP announced the appointment of Pravina Raghavan as new Director of the Hollings MEP program. Polaris MEP Rhode Island’s MEP Center.

A new infographic from NIST debunks 4 manufacturing myths, using economic data and case studies from the MEP National Network.

Manufacturers work hard developing sound business strategies. Here are the 7 deadly execution mistakes that can derail a good strategic plan.

Kathie Mahoney, Director of the Rhode Island Manufacturing Extension Partnership center, explains why she makes it her business to support small businesses.