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February 2-Q Poll – Rhode Island Manufacturers On Government Contracting

Results of last month's Polaris MEP poll checking the pulse of the RI manufacturing community. February 2021 topic:…

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Lean Manufacturing Tip Video – The Components of War … er Work?

Learn about the 8 Wastes of lean manufacturing and watch a video that explains how you can maximize…

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January 2-Q Poll – Workforce Changes Anticipated by Rhode Island Manufacturers

Results of last month's Polaris MEP poll designed to check the pulse of the Rhode Island manufacturing community.…

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Raimondo, Duckworth Discuss MEP National Network During Senate Commerce Committee Hearing

Manufacturing and the MEP National Network were topics discussed during a Senate panel considering the presidential nomination of…

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Comments on MEP National Network – Commerce Committee Hearing 1/26/21

Senator Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill. and Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo discuss the MEP National Network during Raimondo's nomination…

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Buy American Executive Order Signed

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How Daycare and Industrial Entrepreneurship Relate to Manufacturing’s Recovery

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Manufacturer Info Session with RI Department of Health – COVID Rapid Test Kits

Representatives from Rhode Island Commerce and the Department of Health review the state's COVID-19 on-site rapid testing kit…

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International Growth: How RI Manufacturers Can Expand With “STEP Grant” Funds

STEP grants can help Rhode Island manufacturers begin/increase exports. Find out what grants cover, how to apply &…

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New & New to You Hiring, Training Resources for RI Manufacturers

The state of Rhode Island offers manufacturers many resources for recruiting and training workers – but where should…

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Ask Me Anything with Kathie Mahoney, Polaris MEP Center Director

New Polaris MEP Center Director Kathie Mahoney answers burning questions about grant-funded training, collaboration with other Manufacturing Extension…

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Continuous Operational Improvements for the Food & Beverage Industry

Polaris MEP Project Manager Nathan Bonds chats with a trio of successful food and beverage manufacturers in a…