As a manufacturer, you probably wear many hats at once. We talk to clients who are their company's marketer, salesperson, production manager, and janitor. Even if that isn't the case and you have a...
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Owners Panel: Exiting Your Business On Your Terms
A Business Exit is Inevitable All business owners must consider a transition from their company, whether they’re ready to leave now or 20 years from now. Studies show that without proper planning,...
OMEP Joins Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center, R&D
In February 2019, OMEP became a member of the Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center, Research and Development (OMIC R&D). OMIC R&D is a world-class collaborative environment bringing...
Food NW: Summer Manufacturing Camp Builds Interest in Manufacturing Careers
Summer Manufacturing Camp Builds Interest in Manufacturing Careers Our series on the future generation of manufacturing employees continues with a highlight on something everyone loves—summer camp!...
CFOs Guide Companies More Efficiently with Cost Accounting
Imagine this common scenario: Your company is doing well producing and selling a product at a 20 percent margin. You’re calculating your costs but aren’t in fact capturing all your actual costs....
The Lean Transformation – There is No Magic Wand
Over much of the last 2 decades, I have had the opportunity to learn a great deal about this idea we refer to as “Lean Manufacturing.” When I reflect on all that I have learned, and the manner in...
5 Reasons You Should Attend the Oregon Manufacturers’ Summit
Each year over 250 manufacturers gather for the Oregon Manufacturers' Summit. This year's event is only a few weeks away! If you haven't signed up yet, here are a few great reasons you should...
RAPID: Education and Workforce Development Call
Article Overview The RAPID Manufacturing Institute is leading a national effort to address scientific knowledge and technology gaps in process intensification and modular manufacturing. On January...
5 Manufacturing Technology Trends to Watch in 2019
This article was originally published on the Manufacturing Innovation Blog by NIST MEP. Below is a partial article. Read the full article here. Steady industry growth was a trend for manufacturers...
Investment Funds for Disrupting the Built Environment Value Chain
Are you an innovator with an idea to disrupt the built environment value chain? The InNOVAte 2019 Challenge Needs You! Yes, you. CertainTeed, Saint-Gobain NOVA and Greentown Labs are actively...
OMEP Recommends
To jumpstart your continuous learning initiatives, we are creating a curated list of our recommended materials. You will find these listed on our blog page, and we will add to this list in every newsletter.
Here are three recommendations to kick this off!
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