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Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) Launch Innovative Supply Chain Center, Transforming the Manufacturing Industry in Illinois
Peoria, IL. June 21, 2023. – IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) in partnership with the IMA (Illinois Manufacturers’ Association), is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking supply chain […]
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RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION: Optimize Your Processes With RFID
Learn how RFID is revolutionizing manufacturing. Discover use cases, success stories, and best practices for implementing RFID.
Success Stories
Howe Corporation
A general-purpose manufacturer finds efficiency through a defect-reduction program.
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REVOLUTIONIZE METAL PRODUCTION: Exploring Additive Manufacturing Applications in Metals and Casting
This webinar will give an overview of the business case around 3D Printing for metals and approaches leveraging the technology to augment existing manufacturing capabilities.
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SUSTAINABILITY FOR MANUFACTURERS: Navigating Risks and Embracing Opportunities
Join us as for a brief Q&A session with our sustainability expert Nancy Himmelfarb. Nancy will share why businesses should care about sustainability and briefly introduce her sustainability strategy roadmap.
Blogs
Powerful Coaching Practices for Manufacturing Leaders – Part 5: Holding People Capable
Part 5 of the Coaching series on the topic of holding people capable
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FORGING STRONGER FUTURES: A Strategic Approach to Hedging, Financing, and Deciding with Data for Metals Manufacturers
Join this webinar to hear from Fifth Third Bank, SomerCor, and IMEC as we discuss topics including: Hedging, Alternative Financing opportunities for manufacturers, and tools and resources for deciding with data.
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STRENGTHEN YOUR SALES: 5 C’s of Effective Selling
Expert sales leader, Liz Heiman, will help webinar participants understand what salespeople must do to be consistently successful.
Success Stories
SOLID Development Corp dba Dream to Product
A general-purpose manufacturer finds efficiency through a defect-reduction program.
Blogs
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: Strategies for Small to Mid-Sized Manufacturers
Learn some great strategies for improving your supply chain as a small to mid-sized manufacturer in the latest IMEC blog by Joshua Falco.
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LEVERAGE LINKEDIN SUCCESS: Reach Your Audience on LinkedIn with 15 Minutes a Day
Join us on Thursday, May 4th to learn how you can Build Your Brand on LinkedIn with 15 Minutes a Day.
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SIMPLIFY AND SCALE: The Benefits of Automating your Current Business Processes
In this webinar, we’ll explore the challenges of growing a successful business and the benefits of automating business processes to help sustain growth for a scalable, profitable future.
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UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL: The Evolutionary Impact and Practical Applications of Chat GPT for Manufacturers
Join us for a webinar on ChatGPT for manufacturers, where you’ll learn about the capabilities of this powerful tool and how it can be leveraged to transform your operations.
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STREAMLINE YOUR OPERATIONS: Transforming Traditional Manufacturing to Smart Manufacturing
This webinar will discuss the advantages and obstacles of transitioning from traditional manufacturing to smart manufacturing.
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EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES: Retain Your Workforce
The webinar covers how leaders can boost employee engagement and value by participating in important stages of the employee journey.
Success Stories
Ellie Day Activewear
An athletic clothing manufacturer revamps their website using eCommerce marketplace and social media to reach their audience and grow their market.
Discover Reliable Suppliers and Strengthen Your Supply Chain
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.
Career Pathways in Manufacturing
We created Career Pathways in Manufacturing to strengthen workforce and economic competitiveness, securing a resilient economy for the future.