Hundreds of Rhode Island students are getting a firsthand look at the future of manufacturing today as Polaris MEP hosts its annual Manufacturing Career Exploration Experience—RI’s Future in the Making—at Farm Fresh Rhode Island in Providence.
Category: Lean Manufacturing
Why Workplace Safety is Good for Business
For Rhode Island manufacturers, a strong safety program can protect profitability, improve product quality, support employee retention and create opportunities for growth.
Rhode Island Companies Positioned to Support the Navy’s Next Generation of Undersea Technology
The U.S. Navy is working to expand its relationships with companies outside the traditional defense industry, creating new opportunities for manufacturers and technology developers in Rhode Island. The goal is to identify promising innovations earlier, accelerate development and bring new capabilities to the fleet faster.
Strong Leaders Don’t Happen by Accident: How DDI Helps Build the Leaders Manufacturers Need
Strong Leaders Don’t Happen by Accident: How DDI Helps Build the Leaders Manufacturers Need
Rhode Island Manufacturers Face Hurdles Accessing Tariff Refunds
Rhode Island businesses are beginning to receive millions of dollars in tariff refunds, but some manufacturers are having trouble accessing the federal system needed to claim the money
Polaris Helps Bring the New England Manufacturing Community Together at NE Made Summit
The inaugural New England M.A.D.E. (Manufacturing Advancement, Development & Expansion) Summit brought manufacturers, business leaders, industry experts and manufacturing support organizations together Tuesday, September 15, at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, Rhode Island.
Preparing for ISO 9001:2026: An Opportunity for Rhode Island Manufacturers
ISO 9001 is more than a certification. When integrated into daily operations, a Quality Management System (QMS) can help manufacturers reduce rework, improve efficiency, strengthen customer confidence and support long-term growth.
ISO 9001:2026 FDIS: Why Quality Management is Becoming a Strategic Business Function
Quality Magazine’s latest coverage of the ISO 9001:2026 revision digs into the substance behind the update, framing it as more than a routine documentation refresh. A central focus is climate change.
BlueTIDE Celebrates Growing Maritime Innovation
On August 27, Polaris Tech Bridge hosted the third annual BlueTIDE, held in collaboration with the U.S. Navy and Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport.
BlueTIDE Investor Speed Dating Connected Innovators With the People Who Could Help Move Their Ideas Forward
As part of the BlueTIDE 2026 experience, Polaris Tech Bridge brought together an impressive group of blue technology innovators and investors for an afternoon of Investor + Innovation Speed Dating at Innovate Newport.