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Wagner Machine Co.

Champaign precision machine shop improves quality and processes, and sees an increase in new customers after achieving dual certifications for ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D.

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Bourn and Koch, Inc.

Machine tool manufacturer converts tribal knowledge into standard work using industry 4.0 technologies and sees improvement in workforce development, efficiencies, and the bottom line.

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Quad City Engineering, Co.

East Moline machine shop improves business processes, boosts productivity, and attracts new customers after becoming ISO 9001:2015 certified.

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VMC Chinese Parts

Carbondale manufacturer grows online sales with streamlined Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy.

Business GrowthMarketing & Sales Growth

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Midwest Aero Support, Inc.

Machesney Park manufacturer achieves cybersecurity compliance goals to meet Department of Defense security requirements.

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PedalCell

Chicago manufacturer leverages Illinois Manufacturing Innovation Voucher to develop and launch a ground-breaking new product locally and internationally.

Business GrowthMarketing & Sales GrowthStrategy

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Trim-Tex

Drywall manufacturer improves workplace culture and employee engagement through workforce development trainings.

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Area Diesel Service, Inc.

Carlinville manufacturer achieves ISO 9001:2015 certification and sees improvement in work culture, customer satisfaction, and their bottom line.

Quality Management Operations

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Kohnen Concrete Products

Family-owned concrete products manufacturer improves customer engagement and employee productivity with new state-of-the-art website and logo refresh.

Customer EngagementMarketing & Sales Growth

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Litania Sports Group

80/20 Business Optimization Process training improves employee focus, profitability and customer value for athletic equipment manufacturer.

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