Safe Return to Business Travel Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAs your company prepares for employees to resume business travel, now is the time to craft policies and expectations to ensure safe travel.
Robotics for Manufacturing 101 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how collaborative robots make manufacturing more efficient & scalable, different types of robots for manufacturing, & common applications for robots.
Effective Leadership Development Series (August – December 2020)
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThrough the LMI Chicago Effective Leadership Development series teaching skills to help managers/supervisors motivate & develop potential in their team, manage time, delegate, & resolve problems.
Cybersecurity Requirements for Defense Contractors Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe Department of Defense has begun to revise the cybersecurity requirements all contractors must adhere to in order to remain part of their critical supply chain. Attend this webinar to learn about new cybersecurity developments and how they affect current and future contracts.
Innovate Now! 3-Week Interactive Virtual Innovation Bootcamp Series
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationRapidly launch your new business initiative in less time. An online workshop to help teams develop new products and business ideas.
Database Mining for Fast Track Business Development Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore different ways of mining your customer database to generate sales and increase positive customer service experiences.
How Grants Help Address Challenges of the Current Economic Situation Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how companies can find and access grants to fund their success, to avoid leaving money on the table as you execute your projects. Â
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Sales in a Virtual World
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin manufacturing leaders to discuss first-hand how today’s manufacturers are adapting and thriving in a virtual sales world.
Navigating Apprenticeships: Your Long-Term Talent Strategy Virtual Event
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationLearn benefits of apprenticeships for businesses, plus insights about partnerships and resources to help create, sustain, and potentially fund your apprenticeship program.
IMIN Network: Balancing New Work, School, and Home Life Challenges
Danville Area Community College 2000 East Main St, Bremer Conference Center Room 109, DanvilleJoin the IMIN Network and Danville-area business leaders to share ideas and tips for supporting workers as an unconventional school year begins.
Introduction to Collaborative Robotics Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHighlighting how cobots can add value to your company, boost productivity, and improve reliability, we’ll learn how these industrial robots work safely with and among your employees.
Employee Development: Continuous Improvement of Your Workforce Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn tools & processes to invest in your workforce, developing individual skills – & future leaders – towards the success of your company.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Onboarding New Employees in a Remote World
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin manufacturing leaders for a discussion on how to engage new hires for a successful transition to your company, even in a remote world.
Effective Company Leaders: Coaching and Communicating for Success Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHighlighting tools for senior-level leaders to communicate expectations & provide feedback, coaching a team to improved business results.
Preparing for Automation Among Small and Medium Size Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis 30-minute webinar provides a broad overview of manufacturing automation.
Business-as-UNusual Panel: Systematic Business Strategy in Times of Change
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationFrom high-performing Illinois organizations, hear how a systematic business strategy allows for flexible & agile responses during times of change.
Tech Tuesday with Ramco Innovations – Automated Welding Units
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the benefits of robotic welding units in manufacturing, including the ability to decrease redundant tasks, improve safety, and increase throughput.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Strategic Planning in Uncertain Times
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin manufacturing leaders to share challenges & best practices in creating & implementing a strategic plan in an uncertain business climate
Strengthen Your Quality Management System with Internal Auditors Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how trained internal auditors, a key component of your QMS, monitor the quality of your operations/products and identify improvements.
What Robot is Right for Me? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAn introductory guide to automation, highlighting how collaborative & industrial robots can increase worker safety & production efficiency.
Selling in a Virtual World with IMEC and VIA
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationIMEC and the VIA for insights from conversations with manufacturing industry leaders across the state on how to adapt to selling in a virtual world.
Moving Manufacturing Production from Offshore to Domestic Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAs you contemplate moving production back to the US, learn the engineering efforts, tooling and assembly expenses, and time required to do so.
Best Practices for Video Conferencing Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationSession highlighting techniques to effectively communicate, share information & use best practices to avoid common virtual meeting pitfalls.
Jump Start Your Journey Towards Industry 4.0 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationWe’ll show you why Industry 4.0 is important and how an industry 4.0 assessment tool from IMEC can help guide you towards the future.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Productivity in the New Normal
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin a unique roundtable session to share with peers the tips and strategies around workplace safety & health to help reshape your ways of doing business.
Autonomous Mobile Robots Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session will highlight the capabilities of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), what they can do, and how they operate safely and autonomously.
Effective Personal Productivity Series (September – December 2020)
Zoom Details provided upon registrationDevelop more productive behaviors & increase personal & team effectiveness through goal setting, time management & better communication.
Combining Lean and Safety: A Powerful 1-2 Punch Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore how addressing the 8 Wastes of Lean can improve safety and productivity without sacrificing efficiency or effectiveness.
Tech Tuesday with Ramco Innovations – Advanced Sensing Solutions
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how sensors can provide data to help improve your manufacturing processes, plus the capabilities of sensors and examples of sensor use.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Building a Strong Workforce
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationWebinars are helpful. Talking with peers is vital. We’ve designed a unique opportunity to share with peers the tips and strategies that guide you and your […]
Lean Continuous Improvement: What Enables a Successful Journey? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn four suggested components leading the way for an organization to implement a successful Lean continuous improvement journey.
The Re-emergence of Venture-Backed Hardtech: Why Now is the Time for Investing, Sponsored by Bank of America
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin this panel to hear why the time is now to invest in hardtech, and what we can learn from the fault lines exposed by the pandemic as we move into Industry 4.0.
Where Do You Start When Your Marketing Foundation Has Cracks? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how the combo of website, SEO, CRM, social, and analytics are the base platform from which to engage with the market & customers.
Autonomous Guided Vehicles in Manufacturing Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis one-hour webinar is designed to give Iowa companies a broad overview of MIR autonomous vehicles.
Do’s and Don’ts: Identifying Good Robot Projects Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe webinar will cover best practices on identifying good robot projects both from ROI and application complexity standpoint. This session from IMEC and Universal Robots will […]
Manufacturing Matchmaking (Virtual)
Zoom Details provided upon registrationManufacturing Matchmaking from IMEC and the CMMC is like speed-dating for manufacturers: meet new clients, expand your supply chain and share information with new potential business partners.
Affordable Robots: Lease, Rent, and Reconditioned Options Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn about available options when it comes to acquiring robotic automation, including renting, leasing, and buying reconditioned robots.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Workplace Health and Safety
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin a unique roundtable session to share with peers the tips and strategies around workplace safety and health to help reshape your ways of doing business.
Preparing for Automation Among Small and Medium Size Manufacturers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationModern manufacturing requires navigating a sea of unknowns. Are my products competitive? Am I as efficient as I could be? What do I do if I […]
Cybersecurity Resiliency for Defense Contractors Webinar Series – Session 1: Foundation of Cybersecurity
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator6-part series for DoD manufacturers, outlining the steps to protect all data & information, as well as the future of their business.
Attitude is Everything (October – November 2020)
Zoom Details provided upon registrationMaking small, positive and continuous changes to your attitudes and habits will improve your productivity and performance.
Onboarding New Employees for Long-Term Success Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPeople. Process. Products. Learn how job design best practices can increase employee engagement, retention & operational productivity.
Fourth Revolution Awards
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationThe Fourth Revolution Awards celebrates regional manufacturing for its leadership and innovation as the industry stands on the brink of a new technological revolution.
Meeting OSHA Requirements in the Age of COVID-19 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationOSHA requirements are in place to continually protect the health and safety of workers. This session addresses top concerns of today.
Cybersecurity Resiliency for Defense Contractors Webinar Series – Session 2: DFARS & CMMC Overview
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator6-part series for DoD manufacturers, outlining the steps to protect all data & information, as well as the future of their business.
The Financial Benefits of a Neurodiverse Environment Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationTo address the manufacturing labor gap, learn how creating an autism-ready work environment can improve productivity and your bottom line.
2020 Baldrige Fall Virtual Conference: Excellence on Tap
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorRESILIENCE, AGILITY & INNOVATION Excellence on Tap is the theme of the 2020 Baldrige Fall Conference. This popular live streamed conference features presentations from national and state Baldrige Award […]
Employee Investment to Increase Engagement and Retention Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPeople. Process. Products. Learn how job design best practices can increase employee engagement, retention & operational productivity.
Cybersecurity Resiliency for Defense Contractors Webinar Series – Session 3: DFARS NIST 800-171 Compliance Process
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator6-part series for DoD manufacturers, outlining the steps to protect all data & information, as well as the future of their business.
Robots 101: Putting Automation to Work Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC & FANUC for an highlights industrial robot options, their ROI for production and workforce issues and videos of robots in action.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Grow, Groom and Nurture Your Team
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorWebinars are helpful. Talking with peers is vital. We’ve designed a unique opportunity to share with peers the tips and strategies that guide you and your […]
COVID-19, the Recession, and the Impact on Manufacturing Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationFrom the perspective of a veteran economist, what are the impacts of COVID-19 and the recession on the manufacturing industry? This webinar will focus on the […]
Cybersecurity Resiliency for Defense Contractors Webinar Series – Session 4: Cybersecurity Compliance – Policies and Procedures, Plus Company Examples
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator6-part series for DoD manufacturers, outlining the steps to protect all data & information, as well as the future of their business.
Manufacturing Robots 101 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session discusses how robots make manufacturing more efficient and scalable, the different types of robots for manufacturing, and some common applications for robots.
Identify the Gaps: Where Is Your Safety Program Today? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationBy assessing the status of your safety management & compliance program you can plan & implement resolution strategies to address gaps.
Cybersecurity Resiliency for Defense Contractors Webinar Series – Session 5: CMMC Breakdown
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitator6-part series for DoD manufacturers, outlining the steps to protect all data & information, as well as the future of their business.
Hey Dave, Can Your Robot Do This? Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the capabilities of collaborative robots and how they can be a solution to production challenges for small and mid-sized manufacturers.
The Case for Maintenance Excellence: Improve Your Bottom Line Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the keys to a maintenance excellence practices to improve your company’s bottom line by improving safety, quality, delivery and cost.
Cybersecurity Resiliency for Defense Contractors Webinar Series – Session 6: Cyber Security – What Are Your Risks?
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorWEBINAR DOWNLOAD: Session 6: Cyber Security - What Are Your Risks? hbspt.forms.create({ portalId: "403737", formId: "61a9553d-e36e-4d1c-9a89-ee0956aa5ecf" }); ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session 6: Cyber Security - What Are Your […]
Jump Start Your Journey Towards Industry 4.0 Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationWe'll show you why Industry 4.0 is important and how the I-SMART assessment tool can help guide you towards the future.
Employee Childcare Challenges: Support Your Workforce in a Pandemic Panel
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin the discussion on how companies can support their workforce in the search for safe & reliable childcare, allowing parents to be at work.
Collaborative Robotics Automation Conference – Morning Session
John Wood Community College - Workforce Development Center 4220 Kochs Lane, Room W112, QuincyThis hands-on conference introduces how to leverage cobots to maximize ROI, plus increase productivity, solve labor challenges, reduce errors & improve safety.
Take the First Step: DFARS Interim Rule and the DoD Assessment Methodology Workshop
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThis 1-day online training for DoD contractors teaches how to conduct a required assessment of NIST 800-171 cyber requirements and to post your scores to the SPRS, due by 11/30/20.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Overcoming Business Growth Roadblocks
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorJoin with other manufacturing leaders for an open discussion on challenges and successes to implementing and maintaining a growth strategy.
Collaborative Robotics Automation Conference – Afternoon Session
John Wood Community College - Workforce Development Center 4220 Kochs Lane, Room W112, QuincyThis hands-on conference introduces how to leverage cobots to maximize ROI, plus increase productivity, solve labor challenges, reduce errors & improve safety.
Establish Competitive Advantage: Transform for the Age of the Customer Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn to develop a clear, simple customer experience strategy that everyone in your company can follow - to outperform your competitors.
Document the Process: Value Stream Mapping Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationDiscover how Value Stream Mapping can create a visual depiction of your processes - and identify areas for short- and long-term improvement
Better Every Day: Managing for Daily Improvement Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHighlighting how a consistent focus on day-to-day continuous improvement can impact the long-term success of excellence at your company.
SKILLS TO PROTECT: Cutting Edge Certification for Cybersecurity Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationEnsure your workforce is well-trained to manage mission critical systems including cybersecurity awareness & preparedness with Certified Mission Critical Professionals on your team.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Virtual Training
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorOn-demand training to exceed the 1/1/2020 requirement for IL employers to conduct annual anti-sexual harassment training for all employees.
Industry 4.0Â Tech Tuesday – Omron AI Vision System Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAttendees receive high level understanding of an OMRON AI-based vision system and applications for product quality and count accuracy.
Adopt Automation Faster: Scale It Risk-free Through RaaS Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC & Formic Technologies for a review of the key benefits of Robot As A Service (RaaS), ideal applications and how to implement.
Implementing a Food Safety Culture Aligned with Operational Excellence Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how your food manufacturing business can benefit from aligning operational excellence with a positive food safety culture.
Cobot Safety: Rules, Regulations, and Risk Reviews Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationCobots are the fastest growing segment of industrial robots. Learn the risks and liabilities that companies who use or want to use cobots need to understand.
Creating Competitive Futures: Looking Back to Look Forward Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationPerspectives from IMEC's President, including lessons from the challenges and disruptions of 2020 and how to build for excellence in 2021.
Stop Selling Naked: Adapt and Learn to Sell Virtually webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the skills your salespeople need to be effective in virtual selling and key ideas to develop a sales strategy for the virtual world.
Get It Done: Find Your DoD Assessment/NIST 800-171 Score and Submit to SPRS Webinar
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorAttention Department of Defense contractors: Session to walk through the steps to complete your NIST 800-171 self-assessment and post your score to SPRS.
Manufacturing Leader Buzz Session: Workplace Health and Safety
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationJoin a unique roundtable session to share with peers the tips and strategies around workplace safety and health to help reshape your ways of doing business.
ADOPT NEW TECH: How Robotic Bin Picking Can Excel Over Traditional Methods
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHear benefits of an automated bin picking solution, how to determine good applications for automation plus manufacturing success stories.
Simple Robotic Automation- Machine Tending in CNCs and Machining Operations Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis webinar will provide an overview of simple plug-and-play automation systems that can help Iowa manufacturers achieve better results.
HONE YOUR SKILLS: Eliminating Waste to Improve Productivity and Safety Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC to learn how addressing the 8 Wastes of Lean can improve manufacturing productivity and efficiencies without sacrificing safety.
FILL THE GAP: Solving the Welder Shortage with Robotic Technology Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationHighlighting arc welding solutions for manufacturers of all sizes, plus welding options for increased flexibility and improved uptime.
DRIVE BIG CHANGE: Manufacturing E-Commerce Success Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore the tremendous opportunities with ecommerce for OEMs & custom manufacturers, and steps to implement an effective eCommerce strategy.
IMPROVE YOUR CULTURE: Diversity and Inclusion in Workplace Policies Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn the benefits of policies, procedures and training to support the creation of a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
ORGANIZE TO IMPROVE: Workplace Organization for Manufacturing Virtual 2-Part Training
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn and apply the 5 steps of workplace organization to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity in manufacturing.
BOOST SALES SKILLS: Building Virtual Relationships Training Series for Illinois Manufacturers
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThis three part series will build a framework for a sales team to understand and implement the skills, mindset and process to sell virtually.
EQUIP YOUR TEAMS: How a Training Matrix Can Identify and Address Skill Gaps Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn tools and processes to invest in your workforce, developing individual skills and future leaders towards the success of your company.
Robotic End of Arm Tooling and Grippers Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationExplore the role of end of arm tools as the interface between robots and materials they handle, learning they improve manufacturing processes.
Breaking into Government Contracting Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThe U.S. Government is the world’s largest buyer of products and services. Learn the basics of government contracting by joining this webinar.Â
KEEP IT LEGAL: Need-to-Know COVID-19 Employment Issues for the New Year Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationAn informative session addressing key employment issues on the horizon for 2021, from the perspective of an employment and labor attorney.
BOOST SALES SKILLS: Building Virtual Relationships Training Series for Illinois Manufacturers
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThis three part series will build a framework for a sales team to understand and implement the skills, mindset and process to sell virtually.
EXPAND YOUR NETWORK: Capture the Exciting Opportunities Waiting on LinkedIn
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC and B2Btail for a session outlining how to maximize your engagements through LinkedIn, increasing sales and company exposure.
SPARK NEW GROWTH: eCommerce Strategy for Manufacturers 5-Part Series
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThis 5-part series teaches small and mid-sized manufacturers skills for online marketing, selling, & sourcing to accelerate eCommerce success.
PROTECT YOUR TEAM: Maintaining Workplace Safety through COVID-19 Virtual Workshop
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorWorkshop focused on your pandemic response plan and policies, OSHA regulations, plus best practices for training, cleaning, PPE, and more!
EMBRACE NEW TECH: Getting Started with Autonomous Mobile Robots Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationThis session focuses on integrating autonomous mobile robots into your manufacturing processes and how worker inclusion will maximize ROI.
Danville/Champaign Regional Manufacturing Roundtable – Virtual Event
Virtual Meeting Host will provide login details after registrationCalling manufacturers from the Danville/Champaign region: discuss the state of manufacturing, workforce training and COVID-19 issues.
RESOLVE IT NOW: Problem Solving Training Series
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationVirtual training help you problem solve - and finally resolve the root cause - utilizing various methods to increase efficiency and improve processes.
STRATEGY FOR SUCCESS: Your Guide to Achieving Organizational Excellence Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationJoin IMEC for a strategy for focusing on the things most important to your organization, to accomplish your mission and improve results.
SALES DEEP DIVE: Improving Virtual Sales Skills Training Series for Illinois Manufacturers
Virtual Training Login will be provided by facilitatorThree-part series teaching manufacturers vital sales skills such as pre-call planning, asking the right questions and building a virtual value proposition.
QUALITY OF PRODUCT: Bridging ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 to Meet FDA Regulations Webinar
Webinar Webinar link will be provided after registrationLearn how ISO 17025 requirements help manufacturers of food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and supplements ensure safe, quality products.