Cloud computing is rapidly becoming an essential process in just about every industry. Manufacturing is no exception. A simple explanation of cloud computing is that it entails storing and accessing data over the internet instead of a computer’s hard drive.…
While the concept of operational excellence is difficult to define, its attainment is vital to any manufacturing organization that wants to stay relevant in today’s highly competitive business climate. A focus on continuous improvement is usually what separates the companies…
It seems that manufacturing technology is changing and evolving at the speed of light. The manufacturers who are the first to harness emerging technologies are usually the ones who remain ahead of their competitors and continue to thrive in these…
Deadline Looming on New Cybersecurity Standards for Defense Contractors In order to hold defense contracts beyond December 31, 2017 companies must comply with a more rigorous IT security protocol, which many firms are finding difficult to understand or implement. And with a…
Thank you to the record breaking crowd to recognize the manufacturers of South Central PA. We had a great "Keeping Your Business in Tune" panel discussion and was enlightened by Martin Guitar on "Staying Relevant for 185 Years." View the…
Technology is touching every aspect of our lives and it seems to be changing everything we do. It is impacting the way we think, communicate and the way we are entertained. It controls how we perform everyday tasks like driving,…
Partner Events... 2017 Cybersecurity Summit at Kutztown University- September 20 McKonly and Asbury's Collaborate 2017 Conference- September 21 Catalyst Connection's Kata Practitioner Day- September 21 RKL's Manufacturing & Distribution Growth & Profitability Forum- September 26 YCEA's Business After Hours at…
The finalists are named for the MANTEC Excellence in Manufacturing Awards. The awards are given to South Central Pennsylvania manufacturers that have demonstrated a commitment to improving the business through Smart Manufacturing in one of the following categories: Excellence in Operational…
With the Internet of Things taking the consumer technology by storm, its factory-oriented counterpart, the Industrial Internet of Things, or IIoT, is spurring on a new revolution in manufacturing. The innovation has so much potential that some experts are calling…
The Regional Economic Studies Institute recently performed an independent analysis of IRC Program impacts (for 2016) upon Pennsylvania’s manufacturing community and overall economy. The major finding is that the IRC Program provides a $14.42 return to the treasury for every…