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Boston Globe: Shortages are more than a simple supply chain problem

A technology and innovation gap could be contributing to Rhode Island manufacturer's COVID-19 supply chain woes.

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Providence Business News: Manufacturers renew call for business on-site COVID-19 testing

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

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Johnston Sunrise: Scituate CTE program breaks out high-tech show-and-tell house

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

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Providence Business News: Phoenix Partnership offers manufacturer employer training classess

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

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Marketing’s Role in Recruiting: Pulling in Qualified Talent

Manufacturing human resource departments are struggling to attract qualified talent. Employers need to consider how marketing can build…

Videos

Workforce Solutions – RIMA Conference Spring 2021 with Polaris MEP

Polaris MEP presents a webinar discussing the basics of workforce solutions for Rhode Island manufacturers

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Lean Manufacturing Tip Video – Restoring Balance in Manufacturing Processes

In Polaris MEP’s new lean tip video & blog post, learn about how manufacturing balance charts distribute work…

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