News
Governor Pritzker Announces $30 Million EDA Grant for Advancing Quantum
The Bloch’s Selection Advances Illinois’ Competitiveness as a Global Leader in Quantum Technology
Success Stories
Strengthening Leadership to Drive a More Connected and Accountable Workforce
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 performance. The company identified an opportunity to elevate supervisor effectiveness by strengthening communication, accountability, and coaching skills. With employees working across multiple shifts, Midwest Packaging […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Gaining Executive Commitment to Apprenticeship
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 Celebrates Federal Investment in the Bloch Quantum Tech Hub
IMEC joins partners in celebrating a major investment that strengthens Illinois’ leadership in advanced manufacturing and the emerging quantum economy.
News
Chicago-Style Stamping
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
SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity
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 the resources available to support your growth? Programs like Illinois Invent, the Innovation Voucher, and Made in Illinois are designed to help manufacturers innovate faster, […]
Blogs
From Chaos to Clarity: Building a Training Management System That Drives Manufacturing Success
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.
Webinar Recordings
TRAINING MANAGEMENT SUCCESS: Transforming Chaos to Clarity
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: TRAINING MANAGEMENT SUCCESS: Transforming Chaos to Clarity Success Story: Transforming Operations through Trusted Digital Partnerships Manufacturing today faces major workforce challenges from the loss of legacy knowledge and disengaged employees to a shrinking pipeline of candidates. At the root of these issues is a common problem: A lack of training standards. […]
Blogs
Beyond the Shop Floor: Applying Lean Thinking to Office and Support Functions
Lean isn’t just for the shop floor, discover how applying Lean principles to office and support functions can eliminate hidden waste, streamline workflows, and improve overall business performance.
Blogs
Boost Team Performance by Understanding Work Styles
Discover how understanding DiSC work styles can help manufacturing leaders improve communication, reduce conflict, and build stronger, more collaborative teams.