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The Advanced Manufacturing Expo will feature more educational opportunities than in past years, one of the more noticeable differences to an event entering its sixth year. This year’s installment of the annual trade show, which features over 200 vendors while highlighting th...

https://www.the-center.org/Resources/News/Education-a-focus-at-this-year’s-Advanced-Manufact
Last modified - May 02, 2022

BY: REBEKAH MCCARTER The COVID-19 outbreak forced companies to evaluate and transform their traditional ways of doing business nearly overnight. Leaders and team members were required to quickly adapt to this new normal to make safety the top priority. As companies work...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/July-2020/COVID-19-Emphasizes-the-Need-for-New-Skills-Among
Last modified - July 23, 2020

5S is considered the foundation and base of the Lean TPM program because without it, the initiative will fall under the weight of disorganization, indiscipline and inefficiency. In short, you need structure in order to perform at your peak!

https://www.the-center.org/Classes/Lean-Simulation/5s-Visual-Management-Pull-Systems
Last modified - August 05, 2022

...to bring you this special bulletin.  We regularly look for new methods and products with which we can serve Michigan businesses, with a special focus on manufacturers. As a result, we're adding key personnel to concentrate on Michigan's emerging and expanding ...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/August-2014/We-Interrupt-This-BlogCast
Last modified - May 31, 2019

There was a really great article published in Industry Week this month called, “Innovation: One Size Fits One.” The article relayed quotes and stories from industry experts about the importance of innovation in the manufacturing field. One of the main point...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/July-2013/Increasing-Competitiveness-through-Innovation
Last modified - June 06, 2019

In addition to being a harbinger of spring . . . something that is desperately desired by virtually every Michigan resident this year . . . . March brings us wonderful local and internationally recognized holidays.    First, we have 313 Day - reflecting love for one ...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/March-2014/Michigan-in-March-Detroit-Love,-PI-Day-and-Green
Last modified - June 04, 2019

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https://www.the-center.org/Blog/June-2013/Three-Key-Marketing-Initiatives-for-Michigan’s-Man
Last modified - June 06, 2019

  BY: JAMIE HEADLEY   For the first time in our nation’s history, four generations (and soon to be five) work alongside each other. Manufacturers now find themselves trying to balance age gaps that can span upwards of 50 years between the youngest and oldest employees....

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/June-2017/Engaging-Your-Evolving-Workforce
Last modified - April 25, 2019

BY: TERRY HOSSINK It’s hard to disagree that the business world has changed drastically and will likely never look the same again. Even after lockdowns and social distancing are over, it will be extremely difficult to just turn our computers and businesses back on and re...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/May-2020/Revamping-Your-Business-in-the-Post-COVID-19-Envir
Last modified - May 04, 2020

The technological innovations of Industry 4.0 have created opportunities for manufacturers of all sizes to improve efficiencies, increase revenue and advance production methods. Achieving these improvements begins with a strong understanding of the many facets of Industry...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/January-2021/Industry-4-0-Foundations-Big-Data
Last modified - February 24, 2021