Innovative Manufacturers Center
Driving Manufacturing Growth and Job Creation in Central Pennsylvania
Join APPI Energy for this 30-minute update on what's happening in the energy markets, what to expect in the coming months, and key strategies and solutions for taking control of energy costs at your organization. Expect to learn: What's driving electricity and natural gas prices, both at a macro and micro level Procurement strategies that Read More
This PennTAP webinar will cover funding opportunities for small to mid-sized companies throughout Pennsylvania. Improving energy efficiency and reducing energy-related costs can often require investment in new equipment, technology, or controls. Many companies are eligible to apply for funding to assist with improvement efforts. Eligibility of sites and projects, as well as project payback estimates, Read More
Are you struggling to attract talent and retain your workforce? Is your company having trouble meeting demand due to a lack of available talent? We hear your frustration and concerns and that's why we've partnered with Tooling U-SME on a four-part virtual series on HR best practices to help your organization attract and retain skilled Read More
This webinar will explore fundamental manufacturing process improvements that are key to pollution prevention and to reducing carbon footprints in manufacturing companies. We will also highlight sustainable technology improvements developed for the metal casting industry that demonstrate effective green pathway solutions, which can be used in other manufacturing sectors. Register
Successful communication drives customer satisfaction, loyalty, and retention, improves problem resolution, enhances the customer experience, increases sales and revenue, contributes to brand reputation and differentiation, and provides valuable customer insights. It is a critical component of building successful and sustainable customer relationships. Customer communication should be intuitive—so why are there so many different approaches? Unfortunately, Read More
“Closing the deal” is the final stage of a sales process; when the prospective customer makes a commitment to buy. Closing the deal is essential as it indicates the successful conversion of a lead into a paying customer. By focusing on effective closing techniques and building strong customer relationships, companies can drive revenue, differentiate themselves Read More
Compensation Trends and Compensation Management Strategies senior leaders (not just HR!) need to understand to help drive business outcomes. Amidst the volatile labor market in recent years, understanding compensation trends, pay transparency, and pay equity is crucial for senior leaders, extending beyond HR, to drive business success. The intricate nature of the labor market can Read More
Maximize 2023 Revenue and Start 2024 Running Start Scaling Your Sales Team Now! Register We’ll cover the biggest challenges to growing your revenue and growing your team! Revenue falls below expectations and has room for improvement. Marketing conversion rates are not meeting desired targets. Deal forecasting lacks accuracy. Difficulty holding individual salespeople accountable. Sales team Read More
An understanding of the Harmonized System is essential for Importers and Exporters alike. Proper classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule or Harmonized Schedule B is a regulatory requirement under the Customs Modernization Act and export control regulations. We will also discuss how they affect the new “Countervailing Duties” on goods from China & other origins. Read More
The use and storage of hazardous materials in any structure can introduce facilities to several regulatory and permitting requirements. One of the most overlooked requirements is how hazardous materials utilization impacts the Building Code occupancy classification of a facility. Model building codes in the United States establish strict requirements for hazardous materials through the occupancy Read More
Biomanufacturing uses biological systems, including plants and microbes, to create new materials or alternatives to existing everyday materials like plastics, chemicals, fabrics, and nutraceuticals. By some estimates, up to 60% of materials in the global consumer product supply chain could be produced biologically, resulting in domestic economic growth while lowering embodied carbon emissions and reducing Read More
The Industrial Assessment Centers (IAC) can help small and medium sized manufacturers save energy, improve productivity, and reduce waste by providing no-cost technical assessments conducted by university-based teams of engineering students and faculty. The IAC program has already conducted over 21,000 assessments and made recommendations that amount to an average yearly savings of nearly $140,000. Read More
