Supply Chain Workshops Scheduled in St Marys

Workshop sessions are scheduled in October focused on optimizing and risk management for your supply chain. Supply Chain Optimization for Leaders is a 1/2 day session on October 22 to provide an executive level overview about the importance of understanding…
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Lean Together Advanced – Taking the First Gemba Walk

Today was the kick-off for NWIRC’s Lean Together Advanced. American Turned Products (ATP), one of the participating companies, hosted the other companies for the first session. In addition to seeing 2 second lean progress (the focus of the Lean Together…
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WEDnet Support for Training

WEDnet (Workforce & Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania) supports Pennsylvania companies by investing in the training needed to upgrade the skills, knowledge and effectiveness of current employees. Companies that qualify for WEDnet funding can receive up to $600 per employee…
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ERMP’s WorkAdvance: Building a Pipeline

The Erie Regional Manufacturer Partnership (ERMP) is addressing an issue facing many local companies in Erie (and the region)…the ability to find talent, especially for entry-level positions. The WorkAdvance Program seeks to address this gap by coupling short-term foundational workplace…
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Strengthening the Links in Your Supply Chain

by Bob Zaruta, President/CEO, NWIRC For on-time delivery to customers, manufacturers usually depend on on-time delivery from their suppliers. Quality products rely on quality materials or parts from suppliers. Being price competitive is based somewhat on prices companies pay their…
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Start with Lean Together™

Companies are seeing impact from their participation with NWIRC’s Lean Together programs. New cohorts for Lean Together 1.0 are starting in August throughout the region, and Lean Together 2.0 and Advanced are now underway among companies who have previous success…
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