Manufacturers are currently challenged by a labor shortage (too few skilled candidates coming into the pipeline), the COVID pandemic's impact on employees and an aging workforce. All of this makes it even more important to retain manufacturing employees. But how?...

In the latest “Lean Tip of the Week” video Nathan outlines a scenario that’s pretty common – the O in DOWNTIME, Overproduction. The key, he says, is to take the advice of G.I. Joe – “knowing, is half the battle.” Knowing the root cause of Waste makes it possible to...

Exporting is a “foreign process” to many, so it’s natural to wonder if exporting is right for your company, if you are ready to “go global” and how to get started. In this webinar, international trade consultant/trainer Linda Woulfe offers an overview of the benefits...

Find out how the relentless pursuit of minor machine defects can make a major impact on your productivity. Rhode Island manufacturers can be one part MacGyver, one part Mary Poppins when it comes to their Capital Equipment. When faced with little issues they fix on...

Knowing how to better manage your inventory can turn it from a DRAG into a DRIVER of business. In this video, Polaris MEP Workforce Project Manager Annie Unger shares 5 tips for controlling inventory that yield proven results for smaller manufacturers. Eager to...

Did you know more than 168 million people should tune into the Super Bowl in 2022? Fans, teams and advertisers are all looking to win. At Polaris MEP, we’re all about manufacturing wins for our clients. In order to win, we know how helpful it can be to implement a...