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Room Reservations: January 2013 MEP Update Meeting
On January 29 – 30, 2013 NIST MEP will host the January Update Meeting for center leadership and other relevant staff to discuss the status of the MEP system, changes in manufacturing, and how best to position the MEP to provide these services going forward. It is critical for NIST MEP to focus on growing the capacity and skill set of the MEP system in order to meet the demand for services and the changing needs of the manufacturers in responding to expanding global competition. These meetings provide MEP with the opportunity to ensure center staff are educated and aware of the latest tools, topics, and goals of the MEP system. These update meetings are open to all Center staff. The intent of them is to provide an opportunity for all levels of the organization to gain a better understanding of the activities occurring within the MEP system.
The meeting will begin at 1:00 pm on Tuesday the 29th and end by 2:30 pm on Wednesday the 30th. Some of the planned topics include:
2012 Year in Review
Strategy and objectives for 2013
MEP program and policy changes
CEO engagement and market penetration
Building an innovation practice
The meeting will be held at the St. Louis Double Tree Hotel
St. Louis Union Station DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
1820 Market Street
One Union Station
St. Louis, Missouri 63103
Room Rate. $104/night
Click here to place reservations online. This link is already generated with the group discount code. Once on the website select your arrival and departure date and the Group/Convention Code will automatically populate to say “January Update Meeting”.
To place reservations by phone please call 855-271-3620 and reference “January Update Meeting”. You must reference the room block in order to receive the discounted rate.
Stay tuned for additional details including meeting agenda and event registration. Any questions related to the January MEP Update Meeting, please contact Kari Reidy at kari.reidy@nist.gov or 301-975-4919.
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What's Happening Around MEP!
Helping Long Island Students
From Long Island Forum for Technology
Long Beach High School (LBHS) specializes in the Metal shop and Automotive programs to get high school students interested in pursuing a career in the engineering and technology industry. Due to the effects of Hurricane Sandy, most of their hand tools and electric equipment were damaged. Without equipment the Metal Shop and Automotive programs are at a halt. The MEP Center in Long Island, LIFT is working to to help find replacement equipment.
To get more information on how to help, please click here, or contact Bob Zounek, rzounek@lift.org, (631) 846 2732
November 29, 2012 Reshoring Webinar Recording now available online
The webinar held yesterday is now available online at MEP Reshoring. The webinar provided information about the Reshoring and Total Cost of Ownership tool. Using the link above you can view the presentation and audio from the webinar.
For more information please contact Samm Bowman, (301)543-3775
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What NIST MEP is Reading
2012 Facts About Modern Manufacturing
The 9th Edition of the Facts About Modern Manufacturing, a collaboration between the Manufacturing Institute, the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation (MAPI) and the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is now available. The 2012 edition of Facts is a compilation of 65 slides and analysis presenting a wide array of data for the manufacturing sector, highlights its importance to the U.S. and global economy, and is the first comprehensive update from the groups since 2009. The data assess the role of manufacturing in a number of key areas including:
- Economic Growth
- Innovation
- Employment and Compensation
- Environment
- Trade and Investment
- Competitiveness
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MEP in the NEWS
NJMEP helping manufacturers rebuild from devastation of Sandy New Jersey manufacturers slammed by Hurricane Sandy are finding relief from the nonprofit New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, which is connecting companies with critical resources — from roofers to electrical engineers — who can bring heavy machinery back online... Read Article
Successful Firms Say, "It's the People" Three Montana manufacturers, presenting at Montana Manufacturing Extension Center's Compete Smart Conference in Missoula, struck upon a theme in talking about their companies and why they have been successful. "It's the people," they said... Read Article
M&M Machine adds ISO to its accomplishments Honoring M&M Precision Machining Co. for achieving International Standard Organization (ISO) certification, Enterprise Minnesota President and CEO Bob Kill said the accomplishment will help the company compete, build and sustain continued growth.... Read Article
IMC’s Interim Executive Director speaks at TEDx Williamsport It's not often we get to experience TEDx talks in Pennsylvania's heartland, where manufacturing and industrial pursuits can make or break our state's small towns. That's why it was especially important to hear Lauren Bryson, the statewide director for the Industrial Resource Network, speak at last month's TEDx Williamsport... Read Article
NJMEP creates a list of capabilities and services available to help manufacturers get up and running Companies throughout the state have responded to a request to assist fellow manufacturers. John W. Kennedy, NJMEP COO explained, “NJMEP’s objective is to create a Lessons-Learned Database – where NJMEP can connect “those in need” with “those that have” while also creating a more in-depth and useful Disaster Contingency Plan for NJ Manufacturers".... Read Article
Read the Latest from the 
Standards Boost Business: Competing in a Global Economy
Guest Post by S. Joe Bhatia of American National Standards Institute
As U.S. business and government leaders seek concrete solutions for job growth and global competitiveness, there is an incredibly powerful tool at hand that is sometimes overlooked. This tool can help U.S. industry tap into new and expanding technologies. It can help businesses out-innovate competitors in the global market. And it can help you cut costs and boost your bottom line. Read Blog
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Upcoming Events of Interest
Intellectual Property Webinar Series: Protecting IP in Global Markets
December 12, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. EST
NIST MEP is participating in a series of Intellectual Property Webinars hosted by The National Council for Entrepreneurial Technology Transfer (NCET2). The focus is to help bridge the knowledge gap on Intellectual Property Law Issues between the US Government and various stakeholders. The next scheduled webinar is December 12, 2012, on Protecting IP in Global Markets: Understanding a PCT, international issues on IP procurement, markets and competitors. Previous video recordings and presentation slides from the webinar series are available online. Please visit the Intellecutal Property Webinar website to view and download past webinar recordings.
For more information please contact Clara Asmail clara.asmail@nist.gov
New! Toyota Kata Workshop and Summit hosted by Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions
January 16-17, 2013
Little Rock, Arkansas
Learn from Mike Rother, the author of "Toyota Kata: Managing People for Improvement, Adaptiveness and Superior Results"
- Obtain a basic understanding of the Toyota Improvement Kata Trajectory (i.e. Vision/Challenge, Current Condition, Target Condition, Obstacles, PDCA)
- Recognize the value of the Coaching Kata Methodology (i.e., how the Value Adders, Learner and 1st and 2nd Coaches interact via the 5 Questions)
- Gain a practitioner’s view of how the Toyota Improvement Kata and Coaching Kata can be used in conjunction with the Lean 101 “Buzz Electronics” simulation to help enhance the learning of these methodologies
The Little Rock “DoubleTree Hotel” has limited number of rooms blocked for the event at a nightly rate of $114 for January 15 and 16, 2013. To get the blocked room rate, mention “Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions” when making reservation by calling the hotel directly at 501-372-4371 or the Central Reservations system at 800-222-8733. This event block rate ends on December 21, 2012.
The address for the DoubleTree is 424 West Markham Street Little Rock, AR 72201. The DoubleTree Hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to and from Little Rock National Airport (LIT). Please call 501-683-4410 if you need other logistic information.
For more and information, click here or contact Brian Lagas at brian.lagas@nist.gov , 301-975-5043.
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"Make it in America" Manufacturer of the Week!
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 Jardon Foods, a client of Nevada Industry Excellence, located in North Las Vegas, NV, is both woman and minority owned, with a goal to make great tasting baked goods. Jadon Foods is an environmentally conscious manufacturer who supports sustainable farming and organic practices, avoids genetically modified crops and utilizes as many recycled products as possible. Visit the NIST MEP Visit the NIST MEP public site to learn more about this company and how the center is helping them grow.
For more information about NIST MEP's "Make it in America" Manufacturer of the Week, please contact Karen Lellock (karen.lellock@nist.gov | 301-975-4269).
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