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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…

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Rethinking Business Risk After the Great Lockdown

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Manufacturing Leaders Learning the Lessons of Testing Times

How manufacturers are handling near-term pandemic jolts from and preparing for success in the long-term. Manufacturing Extension Partnership…

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Infographic – The Emergence of Digital Manufacturing

Infographic overview of the digital technologies transforming Rhode Island and US manufacturing companies, and the support provided by…

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Business Continuity Planning – There is an ISO Standard for that

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Hexagon Reduces Downtime, Sees Throughput Go Up With Standardized Work

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From “Following Billy” to Following Standards – A Job Instruction Case Study

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Manufacturers: Stop Chasing the Latest Training Fad!