SMART-PA Launch 2025

Join us for an engaging session designed to introduce manufacturers across Pennsylvania to the SMART-PA program and its transformative potential. Discover how smart manufacturing can revolutionize operations, improve efficiencies, and drive growth for small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs). Whether you’re a seasoned industry leader or exploring smart manufacturing for the first time, this event provides valuable insights, practical examples, and actionable resources tailored for manufacturers in all sectors.

From assessments and technical assistance to technology training and mini-grant funding, there are free and low-cost resources available to suit any small/medium manufacturer in Pennsylvania.

Resource availability is limited, so join us to see what meets your needs!

Key Objectives:

Raise awareness about the SMART-PA program and its available resources
Highlight the value of smart manufacturing for SMMs
Demonstrate real-world applications and benefits through case studies

Agenda

Why smart manufacturing?
SMART-PA overview & benefits to manufacturers
- Assessments
- Technical assistance. Example projects
- Mini-grant program
- Digital Foundry training
SMM Case Studies
How to get started?
Q&A

Who Should Attend:

Small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) across Pennsylvania
Manufacturers from all communities and organized labor
Key decision-makers including C-suite executives, production managers, supervisors, technology/IT managers, marketing professionals, and HR leaders

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how smart manufacturing can help your organization thrive in today’s competitive landscape!

SMART-PA is a program funded by the Department of Energy and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.