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VMC Chinese Parts
Carbondale manufacturer grows online sales with streamlined Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Business GrowthMarketing & Sales Growth
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Progressive Recovery, Inc.
Clean technology market leader improves organization through new scheduling systems and enhanced leadership roles
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The Intec Group
Project management techniques position injection molding manufacturer for ERP implementation success
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GAM Enterprises, Inc.
ERP software selection positions precision machining company for the next phase of strategic growth
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Doran Scales Inc.
Digital scale manufacturer focuses on an efficient flow and maximizing space to increase employee and customer satisfaction.
Lean Manufacturing Operations
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CIM TECH Plastics
ISO 9001:2015 Drives Process Effectiveness and Enhances Customer Satisfaction, Growth.
Quality Management Operations
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Budnick Converting
Adhesive materials manufacturer leverages setup reduction and facilities layout review to improve efficiency and workforce engagement.
Lean Manufacturing Operations
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CoreCentric Solutions
Aftermarket service solutions company boosts employee efficiency with WWII-era program.
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Drawing Technology
Manufacturer of machinery for wire goods draws on tehcnology to boost efficiency company-wide.
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Operations
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