Innovative Manufacturers Center
Driving Manufacturing Growth and Job Creation in Central Pennsylvania
The Energy & Manufacturing in Appalachia (EMA) project helps manufactures understand and navigate opportunities in the vast energy supply chains. The EMA team, along with outside experts, have developed supply chain maps for each energy segment or sub-segment to help manufacturers navigate these industry sectors. The supply chain maps provide introductory overview of the market Read More
Fundamentals of Maintenance Management (2-hour, in-person, Williamsport, PA) This program starts in: In manufacturing environments, the effectiveness of your maintenance program directly impacts safety, quality, and production output. Yet, many organizations still rely heavily on reactive approaches—responding only when equipment fails. This reactive model is not only inefficient but expensive, often costing 5 to Read More
Fundamentals of Maintenance Management (2-hour, in-person, Altoona, PA) This program starts in: In manufacturing environments, the effectiveness of your maintenance program directly impacts safety, quality, and production output. Yet, many organizations still rely heavily on reactive approaches—responding only when equipment fails. This reactive model is not only inefficient but expensive, often costing 5 to Read More
Choosing the right cloud provider is one of the most complex decisions in CMMC compliance. With options like GCC, GCC High, and commercial cloud environments, understanding how to secure Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in the cloud is critical. This session will break down cloud compliance challenges, provider options, and best practices for simplifying your CMMC Read More
ARC Flash Safety Training (4-hour, in-person, Williamsport, PA) This program starts in: Electrical power is a potentially dangerous force and requires proper training to understand how to work with it safely in manufacturing operations. In this workshop, participants will learn to understand the OSHA requirements related to ARC Flash Safety, how to recognize potential Read More
The Energy & Manufacturing in Appalachia (EMA) project helps manufactures understand and navigate opportunities in the vast energy supply chains. The EMA team, along with outside experts, have developed supply chain maps for each energy segment or sub-segment to help manufacturers navigate these industry sectors. The supply chain maps provide introductory overview of the market Read More
The Energy & Manufacturing in Appalachia (EMA) project helps manufactures understand and navigate opportunities in the vast energy supply chains. The EMA team, along with outside experts, have developed supply chain maps for each energy segment or sub-segment to help manufacturers navigate these industry sectors. The supply chain maps provide introductory overview of the market Read More
With the 48 CFR rule officially published, CMMC requirements are now embedded in DoD contracts, making compliance no longer optional. This session will break down what this rule means for contractors and subcontractors, how it impacts bidding and renewals, and the steps businesses must take to remain eligible for government contracts. Register
The Energy & Manufacturing in Appalachia (EMA) project helps manufactures understand and navigate opportunities in the vast energy supply chains. The EMA team, along with outside experts, have developed supply chain maps for each energy segment or sub-segment to help manufacturers navigate these industry sectors. The supply chain maps provide introductory overview of the market Read More
The CMMC assessment process can be confusing, but understanding the different assessment types—self-assessment, pre-assessment, and third-party certification (C3PAO)—is key to successful compliance. This session will break down how to prepare for each stage, including how to improve your SPRS score, what assessors look for, and common pitfalls to avoid. Register
Strategic Succession Planning for Supervisors (3-hour, in-person) This program starts in: Effective succession planning is crucial for sustaining leadership and ensuring organizational continuity. This three-hour workshop equips supervisors with the tools and insights needed to identify and develop their successors. Participants will address common psychological challenges, explore strategies for evaluating potential candidates and create Read More
CMMC compliance isn't just about technology and policies—your employees play a critical role in protecting sensitive information. This session will cover mandatory training requirements, cybersecurity best practices, and real-world examples of how employee mistakes can impact compliance. Learn how to train your workforce effectively while meeting CMMC requirements. Register
