Textile World reports that Polaris MEP has received a $400,000 federal infusion to help the state’s manufacturers optimize their supply chains.

Kayla Viveiros, program manager at Polaris MEP, will lead the administration of the grant.

“With this dedicated funding, Polaris MEP will begin to fast-track the expansion of the Center’s supply chain services,” Viveiros said.

Vivieros also added “Solutions are being specifically designed with the input of our state’s smaller manufacturers,” and “We want every manufacturing company in Rhode Island, no matter how large or small, to be able to transform their supply chain and thrive.”

Click here to read the full article, published August 22, 2023 in Providence Business News.