Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Discover how small and mid-sized manufacturers can strategically deploy robotics and advanced process controls to stabilize production, address workforce challenges, and achieve measurable returns.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
See how targeted investments helped 74 McHenry County manufacturers strengthen their businesses and generate an estimated $50.6 million in economic impact.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
See how strategic investment helped Cook County manufacturers strengthen their operations, workforce, and growth strategies, generating $737.8 million in aggregate economic impact.
Webinar Recordings
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handouts: Partners in Progress 2026 Shaping the Future of Workforce Development The Evolving Role of Supervisors and Middle Managers Join IMEC for a focused virtual workforce summit […]
Webinar Recordings
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: Bridging the Gap Working Across Generations Slide Deck In today’s manufacturing workplaces, it’s common to see four or even five generations working together — from seasoned […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Discover how strategic, targeted automation investments can help manufacturers address workforce challenges, improve productivity, support reshoring, and strengthen long-term competitiveness.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
See how strategic investment is helping Illinois manufacturers modernize, strengthen their workforce, increase productivity, and build a more competitive future.
Webinar Recordings
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: CMMC Paused, Not Dead: Navigating the DoW’s Phase II Suspension On July 13, the Department of War hit pause on CMMC Phase II — the third-party […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Discover how AI, digital twins, IIoT, and sustainable technologies are helping small and medium-sized manufacturers build connected factories that improve productivity, reduce costs, and strengthen long-term competitiveness.
News
The Bloch’s Selection Advances Illinois’ Competitiveness as a Global Leader in Quantum Technology
Success Stories
To support continued growth and strengthen its internal leadership capabilities, Midwest Packaging & Container partnered with IMEC to invest in its frontline supervisors, those closest to daily operations and team […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Discover how to gain executive buy-in by positioning apprenticeship as a strategic investment that strengthens your workforce, reduces risk, and drives long-term business success.
News
IMEC joins partners in celebrating a major investment that strengthens Illinois’ leadership in advanced manufacturing and the emerging quantum economy.
News
For 70 years, Jaidinger Mfg. has been a fixture on the city’s near West Side as both a quality manufacturer and neighbor.
Webinar Recordings
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity Illinois is investing in manufacturers like you. The question is, are you taking full advantage of […]
Blogs
Strong training systems do more than onboard employees, they preserve critical knowledge, improve performance, and help manufacturers build a skilled workforce prepared for long-term success.
Our cutting-edge supply chain center is designed to connect Illinois manufacturers with suppliers across the United States. Tailored specifically to support the Buy America Initiative, this initiative fosters local sourcing and empowers manufacturers to access a diverse network of reliable suppliers.
We created Career Pathways in Manufacturing to strengthen workforce and economic competitiveness, securing a resilient economy for the future.
