TWI on the Job Training Method
If you’re looking to maximize your human capital, you might be interested in the TWI on The Job Training method. But what is it exactly, and how can your company benefit from it? What Is TWI on the Job Training…
Value Stream Map for Manufacturing
After more than three decades of helping manufacturing enterprises in South Central Pennsylvania boost their productivity and profitability, MANTEC has found value stream mapping to be a proven small business strategy. The purpose of this activity is to identify all…
Big Data/Small Business: The Importance of Data Collection and Usage in Small Manufacturing Businesses
In regard to the relationship between big data and small business and why manufacturing data collection and cloud-based manufacturing systems are playing such vital roles in the success of today’s manufacturers, John Lloyd, President and CEO of MANTEC, had this…
How to Get Your CEO to Invest in Inbound Marketing
Other Marketing Resources for Manufacturers >> When most of us hear the word “marketing,” we think of traditional forms of paid advertisements — otherwise known as outbound marketing. However, there’s also another type of marketing known as “inbound marketing,” which…
Overcoming Recruitment and Retention Challenges in Manufacturing
How To Overcome Recruitment and Retention Challenges in Manufacturing Recent statistics demonstrate that manufacturing is a major contributor to Pennsylvania’s economy, as well as to that of the nation. In fact, Pennsylvania’s manufacturing sector contributes on average of $84 billion…
Cybersecurity Risks for Manufacturers
Cybersecurity Resources Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Questions to Ask Your IT Team About Cybersecurity Why Cybersecurity Strengthens US Manufacturers How to Prevent WannaCry Ransomware
How to Reduce Manufacturing Lead Time
Lead Time Reduction Introduction For professionals who work in operations and finance for manufacturing companies, the pressure to get things done faster in order to please customers and maximize profitability is a primary concern. Proving the old adage that time…
Proud to Manufacture in PA 2018 Recap and Award Winners!
A big thank you to our record breaking crowd for making this event such a success! The "Brewing Success" panel informed us on new trends and challenges they are facing in the manufacturing world and then was followed with keynote…
Scams and Small Manufacturers
Manufacturers are one of the top industries that scammers attack. It is critical to inform employees of the warning signs of scams in order to prevent major incidents from happening. Learn common scenarios of scammers and how to prevent them…
Excellence in Manufacturing Award 2018 Finalists
MANTEC’s Excellence in Manufacturing awards recognize South Central Pennsylvania manufacturers for outstanding achievements. The 20 finalists were nominated in four categories and all are exceeding expectations in Smart Manufacturing. The winners will be announced during the “Proud to Manufacture in…