News
IMEC and Commerce Bank Deliver “Lean Meets Finance” Event Series to Support Illinois Manufacturers
IMEC and Commerce Bank completed a four-city Lean Meets Finance series that helped Illinois manufacturers connect Lean practices with financial process improvements to boost efficiency, strengthen cash flow, and improve overall performance.
Webinar Recordings
DRIVING CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Unlocking Potential With Value Stream Mapping
In this webinar, you’ll discover how VSM can uncover hidden inefficiencies and bring teams together to drive meaningful change.
Event
Lean Manufacturing Overview with Simulation – Freeport
This interactive workshop combines comprehensive classroom instruction with simulation of a production facility.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
MADE IN KANE
See how Kane County manufacturers grew operations, built resilient workforces, and secured 880+ jobs in the IMEC impact report.
Webinar Recordings
LEAN FUELS INNOVATION: Lean Principles for AI and Automation
Whether you’re running manual processes or managing smart machines, this webinar will help you combine the power of automation with the proven strength of lean for sustainable results.
Blogs
Lean Thinking in the Age of AI: Why the Future of Manufacturing Still Needs the Basics
As manufacturers embrace AI and automation, lean thinking remains essential to ensure technology amplifies efficiency, not errors, and people stay empowered to solve problems at the source.
Success Stories
Transforming Operations through Trusted Digital Partnerships
IMEC and Softweb Solutions are helping Illinois manufacturers modernize with measurable results: like a 40% faster onboarding process at Midwest Packaging and a 30% shorter sales cycle at Hennig.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Fix Your Data First: The Hidden Barrier to AI in Manufacturing
Your ERP isn’t broken, your data is. Duplicate part numbers, outdated lead times, and inventory errors are quietly draining profits. Learn how to clean up the 20% of data causing 80% of the headaches; so you can cut waste, speed delivery, and prepare for AI.
Blogs
AI-Powered Quality Control: How to Catch Defects Before Your Customers Do
Learn how manufacturers can use AI quality control systems, like computer vision and dimensional checks. Start small, see big results with practical pilot projects.
Blogs
From Downtime to Uptime: Using AI for Predictive Maintenance in Manufacturing
AI-powered predictive maintenance helps manufacturers reduce their unplanned downtime. Learn more about implementation for small and mid-sized manufacturers.