Innovative Manufacturers Center
Driving Manufacturing Growth and Job Creation in Central Pennsylvania
This webinar, hosted by our partners at Northeastern PA Alliance (NEPA), will provide a real life understanding of the more complex issues that may arise with export documentation and what is involved in transporting goods to foreign buyers. It will take you through the process of determining what documents are required and how they are Read More
CMMC was developed in order to protect certain information and data related to DoD programs and contracts. The CMMC certification Level (1, 2 or 3) required is determined by what type of defense-related information your company handles. It is vital that you understand the information to be controlled and protected and, also what steps you Read More
Learn the different ways manufacturers across Pennsylvania are leveraging online learning to develop their incumbent workforce, from entry level staff who need foundational skills to seasoned staff who may need to brush up on new technologies. Tooling U-SME offers a wide array of online learning assets that are easy to customize and administer through its Read More
In 2021, the DoD announced changes to the CMMC program as "CMMC 2.0". In 2023, the government plans to begin rolling out the requirement for formal CMMC certification through new contractual requirements. Soon, CMMC certification will be a requirement for all defense-related contracts. This webinar will review the latest updates from the DoD on CMMC Read More
This year, CMMC starts to take effect. The requirements to become CMMC certified are stringent and can take significant effort and expense. Due to the extensive assessment criteria, your company will need to be well prepared for a successful certification. In this session, we will walk through a roadmap for preparing for CMMC certification. We'll Read More
To avoid wasting time and money as you prepare for CMMC certification, it is important to understand your starting point. A self-assessment is a great tool that can reveal your organization's strengths and gaps that need to be closed. The challenges with a self-assessment are to have a good understanding of what is required and Read More
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
One of the central documents needed for CMMC certification is your System Security Plan (SSP). This detailed document spells out how each of the 110 requirements of NIST SP 800-171 (the foundational CMMC standard) are being met by your organization. Your SSP will be one of the first things a CMMC assessor will review for 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
To successfully pass a CMMC assessment, you'll not only need to have the right technologies and follow the right processes, but you'll have to show your compliance through documentation. The CMMC assessors have been trained that "if it's not documented, it doesn't exist". Proper documentation will be one of the major focuses during your CMMC 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
