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BY: JOHN SPILLSON Public concern over health and safety is at an all-time high. Concerns about food are no exception as customers everywhere look for reassurance and peace of mind to know that what they’re consuming each day is safe. According to guidance released in ...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/April-2020/Food-Manufacturing-in-the-Age-of-COVID-19-Updates
Last modified - April 21, 2020

Start the year on the right foot by focusing on employee skill development. Explore our new courses being offered in 2023.   BLUEPRINT READING FOR WELDERS This course is designed for those who need an introduction to drawing interpretation. A special focus on the most...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/January-2023/New-Year,-New-Courses
Last modified - December 07, 2022

In our commitment to strengthen Michigan's manufacturing industry, MMTC has partnered with Tooling U-SME to offer comprehensive and interactive professional development and workforce training solutions. Whether you are new to manufacturing or a seasoned worker, all can be...

https://www.the-center.org/Classes/Tooling-U-SME
Last modified - July 03, 2024

If you Google the phrase “Value Stream Mapping,” a v ery elaborate (and wordy) definition pops up on the screen. In order to understand the concept, we must simplify the definition. Value Stream Mapping looks at how things are currently executed in order to improve pro...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/September-2015/Improving-Processes-through-Value-Stream-Mapping
Last modified - April 26, 2019

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https://www.the-center.org/Blog/November-2013/Employee-Retention-Why-it’s-Important-to-Manufact
Last modified - June 04, 2019

BY: JIM GORMAN In a time when manufacturers are struggling to maintain productivity due to an unprecedented talent shortage, the value of an effective employee training plan cannot be ignored. Building a relevant, strategic training plan is vital to developing and retain...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/August-2021/Fill-Talent-Gaps-in-Your-Facility-with-the-Going-P
Last modified - August 11, 2021

  BY: EMILY WICKER   Marketing is a key piece of the business strategy that puts value to products or services to satisfy a customer’s wants and/or needs. As technology continues to play a role in our everyday lives, it is important for manufacturers to utilize Digita...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/October-2022/How-Digital-Marketing-Can-Help-Michigan-Manufactur
Last modified - October 25, 2022

This focus group is meant for companies interested in collaboration of a shared problem with frozen food storage.

https://www.the-center.org/Events/CIG-Event-MMTC-Frozen-Food-Storage-Focus-Group
Last modified - April 25, 2025

Looking to grow your manufacturing business with flexible, affordable financing? Join us for a power-packed  virtual event . Learn how the SBA’s  Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program  can help you fulfill contracts, expand into international markets, and improve cash flow — al...

https://www.the-center.org/Events/Virtual-CIG-Unlocking-Growth-SBA-Programs-for-Manu
Last modified - April 28, 2025

Do you ever wonder how the Federal Government can assist your company?  Or why the perks which seem to flow to major US corporations don’t trickle down to your business?  Well, times are changing and resources are available!  Two years ago, the National Network for Manuf...

https://www.the-center.org/Blog/June-2016/Detroit’s-LIFT-Gearing-Up-for-Small-and-Mid-Sized
Last modified - April 25, 2019