Innovative Manufacturers Center
Driving Manufacturing Growth and Innovation in Central Pennsylvania
With CMMC assessments now underway, many contractors are hearing conflicting information about what assessors are really looking for. This session will share real-world insights from early assessments, including common surprises, frequent deficiencies, and where companies are getting tripped up. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what matters most as CMMC moves from theory Read More
10 Reasons to Adopt AI Agentic Systems (1-hour, Webinar) Manufacturers are facing a perfect storm: experienced employees are retiring, skill gaps are widening, operational complexity is increasing, and pressure for efficiency continues to mount. At the same time, AI is rapidly reshaping how work gets done across industries—including manufacturing. AI agentic systems—AI that can Read More
10 Reasons to Adopt AI Agentic Systems (1-hour, Webinar) Manufacturers are facing a perfect storm: experienced employees are retiring, skill gaps are widening, operational complexity is increasing, and pressure for efficiency continues to mount. At the same time, AI is rapidly reshaping how work gets done across industries—including manufacturing. AI agentic systems—AI that can Read More
OSHA 10-Hour (in-person, Altoona, PA) The OSHA 10-Hour training for manufacturers is designed to give workers a clear understanding of common workplace hazards and the best practices to prevent them. Participants will also gain foundational knowledge of how OSHA operates, along with an overview of employee rights and employer responsibilities in maintaining a safe Read More
Rising energy costs are a constant pressure, but finding time to deal with them is another story. In this webinar, Edgecom Energy shows how busy operations and finance leaders can reduce energy spend without taking on another complex project. We’ll walk through a proven five-step framework that starts with your utility bills, and turns it Read More
Many small contractors worry that CMMC compliance is financially out of reach. This session provides a practical, step-by-step approach to meeting CMMC requirements while controlling costs, focusing on prioritization, realistic implementation strategies, and avoiding unnecessary upgrades. Learn how smart planning can reduce both risk and spend. Register On the registration page, please add IMC where Read More
Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics Event Postponed until October 8th. Visit https://imcpa.com/event/lean-basics-altoona/ to register IMC's Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics, 3-hour introductory program, provides participants with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing. Join us May 28th to explore the basic concepts behind Lean thinking and how it supports efficiency, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Read More
How to Give Effective Performance Reviews (3-Hr, in-person, Williamsport, PA) This program starts in: Performance reviews shouldn’t feel like a dreaded annual chore—they’re a powerful opportunity to grow your people, strengthen your team, and drive productivity. Join us June 9th for this high-energy, 3-hour program, where manufacturing supervisors will learn how to turn evaluations Read More
One of the biggest drivers of cost and failure in CMMC assessments is improper scoping. This webinar explains how scoping decisions affect compliance requirements, assessment outcomes, and long-term sustainability. Attendees will learn how organizations are limiting scope effectively while still meeting CMMC expectations. Register On the registration page, please add IMC where asked: What MEP Read More
Every month, electric utility bills are a pint of Yuengling – liquid beer (Real Power) and foam (Reactive Power). While Reactive Power (foam) is necessary for long-distance, high-voltage transmission and distribution grid stability, it is a wasted cost once inside a manufacturer’s electrical meter. This cost is 3-12% of all Manufacturers’ electrical bills…every month. Power Read More
For many small businesses, securing an entire corporate network is not realistic. This session explains what a CUI enclave is, when it makes sense, and how it is being used successfully to simplify CMMC compliance. The discussion will focus on assessment-aligned concepts and real-world considerations rather than vendor-specific solutions. Register On the registration page, please Read More
AI is already influencing how prospects find, evaluate, and choose suppliers—often in ways manufacturers don’t immediately see. This complimentary webinar cuts through the noise to show how AI can support your marketing and sales efforts today, using tools and approaches that don’t require technical expertise or massive budgets.
