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SUMMARY:InfraGard Security Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe Center for Strategic and International Studies published a report concluding that hacking costs the overall U.S. economy as much as $10 billion each year and the loss of up to 500\,000 jobs. U.S. companies spend millions of dollars securing their networks\, buying insurance and repairing their reputations after getting hacked. \nIn total\, more than 1\,200 people outside of Iraq and Syria have been killed in attacks inspired or coordinated by the Islamic State\, according to a New York Times analysis. \nThese numbers underscore the importance of both cyber and physical security in our world. Security is EVERYONE’S business \nJoin us for this enlightening event. Meet and network with security professionals ready to share their knowledge and experience with you. \nPhysical Security: \n\nMonte Morgan\, Williams Company – Gas Pipeline Security\nSpecial Agent William Ebersole\, FBI – Insider Threats\nSgt. David Miller\, Carlisle Police Department – Active Shooter\n\nCyber Security: \n\nDavid Chastain\, Armstrong World Industries – Ransomware\nCynthia Ayers\, U.S. Army War College – Electric Grid Security\nDan Bennett\, Geisinger Health System – IoT Security\n\nThese two sessions run concurrently so you will need to indicate which session you are attending on the registration form\, under the Additional Information field. \nSponsors: \n \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/infragard/
LOCATION:Penn College Professional Development Center\, One College Avenue\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170607T140000
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SUMMARY:Why ERP/MES Systems Alone are not able to Address Operational Planning and Scheduling Needs
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAn IndustryWeek Webinar Invitation \nManufacturing companies around the globe face a common challenge: to stay competitive. To do so\, you must produce better quality goods faster and more cost-effectively. Meeting this challenge requires the optimal use of expensive and highly specialized equipment\, technologies and personnel with special attention given to quality at all stages of the manufacturing\, distribution and customer service processes. \nBest-in-class companies have recognized the importance of leveraging advanced planning and scheduling solutions by using them to augment their ERP/MES operational systems. While ERP systems sometimes provide planning and scheduling modules\, typically such tools have a transactional focus and are not easily used for decision support including “what if” or scenario analysis. \nAdvanced Planning and Scheduling solutions provide a framework in which conflicting goals and priorities including constrained resources (such as equipment or skilled labor)\, raw material availability\, meeting order due dates and customer service goals\, maximizing efficiency (reducing changeover/clean up times)\, and meeting inventory goals can be analyzed such that the final operational plan or schedule balances the various trade-offs in a well understood manner. \nResearch indicates that using planning and scheduling tools that can accurately model your manufacturing and work processes will lead to improvements in one or more of the following areas: \n\n25% increase in productivity\n50% reduction in raw material stock\n50% reduction in WIP\n80% improvement in delivery performance\n80% reduction in scheduling labor overhead\n\nAttend this webinar and: \n\nInvestigate why ERP/MES systems alone are not able to address operational planning and scheduling needs.\nDiscuss characteristics of advanced planning and scheduling systems.\nExplore the qualitative and quantitative benefits for using advanced planning and scheduling.\n\nPresenters\n\nNaishadh Kapadia\nDirector of Supply Chain\nLogexsoft\, Inc. \nNaishadh Kapadia is a Supply Chain Consultant with over 35 years’ experience in a variety of fields including conceptual design\, detailed application design\, hands on implementation\, managing large projects\, providing technical leadership\, technical sales and marketing\, and line management.  His project experience spans all areas of the supply chain including demand management\, forecasting\, order fulfillment\, inventory management\, production scheduling\, distribution planning\, tactical and strategic enterprise level  planning\, and integrating these advanced planning and scheduling applications with ERP systems. \nWith a BsC in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wales and an MBA from the University of Alberta\, Kapadia began his career as a Chemical Engineer with BASF\, Unilever and Exxon. \nKapadia has developed numerous Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) applications using Aspen Supply Chain Manager™\, the OM Partners Supply Chain Suite\, and Preactor Advanced Planning and Scheduling technologies. Kapadia has extensive experience with the design\, development and deployment of advanced planning and scheduling systems in a variety of industries including CPG\, Manufacturing\, Machining\, Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals\, High Tech\, and others. \n\nJill Pleau\nInformation Technology Manager\nMid-state Machine Products \nJill Pleau is the Information Technology Manager at Mid-State Machine; a mid-sized\, Maine based manufacturing company. Pleaul has worked more than 30 years in the manufacturing industry and has a well-rounded knowledge of manufacturing\, as well as an excellent understanding of information technology related to the manufacturing industry. \nPleau has been fortunate to be at the forefront in introducing technology to Mid-State Machine.  She has planned and implemented numerous business improvement projects including Preactor advanced planning and scheduling software. Pleau works closely with company leaders to ensure the continued growth of technology throughout the organization. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/erpmes-systems-alone-not-able-address-operational-planning-scheduling-needs/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170612T163000
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SUMMARY:Root Cause Analysis and A3 Thinking
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintRoot Cause Analysis:\nProblem solving at its fundamental level!  This portion of the training will focus on the Plan-Do-Check-Act Deming Wheel following a seven step process to determine root cause[s].  Along with the methodology\, tools will be introduced and practiced as teams\, including new brainstorming techniques\, 5 whys\, fishbone diagrams and prioritization models. \nA3 Thinking:\nRoot Cause Analysis will further be developed in this portion of the training.  A3 Thinking will be introduced and different formats will be presented.  A popular improvement video will be viewed and discussed and A3 problem solving will be applied to the situation and teams will produce A3 reports. \nInstructor:\nKathleen W. (Kit) Eisel\, President of Quality Performance Services\, Inc. is a consultant and trainer in the business improvement arena. She works in a wide variety of industries and organizations\, focusing on improving business processes. Her areas of expertise include international quality standards\, lean enterprise tools [including six sigma] and leadership skills. Kit started QPS\, Inc. in 1998 and was employed previously by Oxbridge Consulting in Singapore as Consulting Manager and by DuPont in several engineering\, supervisory and consulting positions. \nThrough a Department of Labor & Industry grant\, a reduced registration fee is available to qualified manufacturers and will be indicated on the final invoice.  Not sure if you qualify? Call Lauri Moon at 570-329-3200×8085 or email laurim@imcpa.com. \nRegister & Pay By Check \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/root-cause-analysis-a3-thinking/
LOCATION:Center for Business & Workforce Development\, 1127 W. 4th St.\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="IMC":MAILTO:info@imcpa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170613T150000
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SUMMARY:How Manufacturers are Extracting Value from Big Data
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintProfitable growth is a primary goal for most manufacturing companies\, but is not always easy to achieve. In this webinar\, we’ll dive deep into real world examples of how manufacturers are creatively expanding their business\, through the use of real-time data analytics that lead to new service\, subscription and recurring revenue models to extend and potentially eclipse product sales\, increasing profitability. \nJoin us for this June 13 webinar\, learn more about: \n\nInsight into how and why Big Data can provide new revenue streams\nHow to develop analytics methods to extract value from big data\nHow having a connected enterprise can generate business value\nThe key elements to success with machine learning and advanced analytics\n\nPresenters \n\nAndrew Minteer\nDirector\, IoT Analytics and Machine Learning\nNavistar \nAndrew Minteer is the Director\, IoT Analytics and Machine Learning at Navistar. Navistar is a leading manufacturer of many types of vehicles including tractor trailers\, delivery trucks\, utility trucks\, and school buses. He has an MBA from Indiana University with a background in statistics\, software development\, database design\, cloud architecture\, and has led analytics teams for over 10 years. \n\nRichard Koehl\nGeneral Manager\nPW Stoelting LLC\, a Vollrath Company  \nRichard Koehl is the General Manager of PW Stoelting LLC\, a Vollrath Company in Kiel\, Wisconsin\, with responsibility for the overall business operations since 2014. His prior experience has been with DRS Technologies as a V.P. of Integrated Operations working with the Navy to power Warships. Prior to this Koehl headed up engineering\, product development marketing and quality for Kohler Power Systems. \n\nTechnical details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/manufacturers-extracting-value-big-data/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170615T140000
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SUMMARY:Analytics-Based Sales: The New Era of B2B Growth
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintB2B companies are facing times of change and uncertainty. Revenue is down\, sales representatives are struggling to meet quotas and a shocking 71% of B2B customers are ready and willing to take their business elsewhere. \n\nTo survive these setbacks\, B2B companies need an analytics-based sales strategy — one that gets to the heart of customers’ needs\, predicts future market conditions and incorporates geostrategic factors. Market research is no longer enough; cutting-edge analytics are vital for encouraging growth and beating the competition. \nJoin Gallup experts as they demystify analytics and provide a roadmap for implementing an outcome-driving sales approach that revolves around analytics. \nParticipants will learn analytics best practices\, practical insights and success stories\, including how to: \n\nbuild reliable customer intelligence\ntransition from market research to analytics insights\nleverage better forecasting to mitigate uncertainty\n\nPresenter\n\nJeff Durr\, Partner\, Gallup \nJeff Durr\, a Partner at Gallup\, is responsible for leading large and complex consulting engagements. Jeff has extensive experience in helping companies develop and execute performance improvement programs that drive both top- and bottom-line results. In addition to his work with clients\, Jeff provides strategic leadership to Gallup’s customer insights and analytics consulting business. Jeff received his bachelor’s degree in management from Purdue University’s Krannert School of Management and his master’s degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Jeff lives in Atlanta with his family. He serves on the board of directors of the Krannert School Alumni Association and Junior Achievement of Georgia. \n\n\n\nTechnical details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/analytics-based-sales-new-era-b2b-growth/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170620T150000
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SUMMARY:Tips and Tactics to Identify New Markets (and Avoid Bad Ones)
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintDiscover your new best opportunity to grow market share fast.\n\nAll manufacturers have a common priority — locate and master the best markets for them ahead of their competitors to grow market share and improve customer experiences. \nFrom finding the diamonds in the rough to delivering new products tailored for your markets\, you need a higher level of precision in targeting and fulfilling new opportunities. Add in the speed of business today and increasing customer expectations\, global manufacturers have never had so much pressure to get to market fast and with great results. \nYou can’t afford to waste your time or resources in locations where your business will never be profitable. \nFor the best results\, your team needs to be able to visualize the whole story for defining your best growth opportunities.  In addition to your own historic internal analysis and charts\, you need to be able to answer these questions: \n\nWhat are the most current customer demographics?\nWhat are the latest population and economic trends by region or segment?\nWhere will growth come more predictably?\nWhat regulatory considerations will impact my supply chain?\nWhere are the optimal routes to market?\nHow can I evaluate success from day 1?\n\nThis webinar will outline key challenges facing global manufacturers as they pursue sustainable growth and the value of geospatial insights to speed new business development decisions and reduce risks. You will learn how geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analytics provide a natural layer of collaboration with existing data systems to provide an unprecedented understanding of where to grow your next best markets\, fast. \nOutpace and outperform your competition with: \n\nFaster times to new markets with higher customer engagement\nMitigated risks and costly wastes from getting into markets that have unseen constraints\nHighest performing distribution network spanning\, production\, supply chain\, sales channels and services\n\nYou’ll also hear several real world examples from companies — from manufacturing and retail organizations — who have transformed their go-to-market strategies with geospatial insights that includes launching products faster\, creating new routes to market for higher customer engagement and effectively contracting facilities in under-performing areas. \nPresenter\n\nCindy Elliott\nCommercial Lead\nEsri \nCindy Elliott currently leads Esri’s commercial industry marketing team and acts as the go-to-market strategist for the manufacturing industry globally. \nFor more than fifteen years\, Elliott has worked with global manufacturers and enterprise class technology companies to help influence customer-focused business transformation. Prior to Esri\, Cindy worked at PTC (Boston\, MA) for seven years where she helped launch a new business segment for Connected Service. \nShe has earned a Master’s of International Management degree from the Thunderbird Graduate School\, in addition to completing the Program for Leadership Development at Harvard Business School. Elliott also holds a Senior Visiting Industrial Fellow position at Aston Business School in Birmingham\, UK and is an established thought leader in servitization and manufacturer’s advanced services. \nIn her role at Esri\, Elliott helps to shape the role of geospatial analytics within manufacturing’s growth strategy related to new market analysis\, supply chain\, and services. \n\nTechnical details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/tips-tactics-identify-new-markets-avoid-bad-ones/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170622T120000
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SUMMARY:Navigating the World of Regulation and Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIt’s a zero-tolerance world where mandates are firm\, regulations are strictly enforced\, and a single misstep can mean disastrous fines\, lost contracts\, or costly recalls. \nWhether it’s emission standards\, safety standards\, or labels on food\, manufacturers face numerous twists and turns on the compliance journey. Technology provides the direction\, the guideposts\, and tools to keep manufacturers\, like you\, on the straight and narrow. But\, do you know where to start? \nJoin us as a panel of industry experts discusses today’s complex world of regulations\, compliance\, and tips for navigating with confidence. \n\nErik Glavich\, Director of Legal and Regulatory Policy at the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) will discuss what’s on the horizon for government mandates and the recent move to lighten federal mandates.\nGiovanni Martini\, CFO of Auricchio\, a highly respected cheese producer in Europe\,will discusses traceability\, quality control\, and labeling issues.\nMike Edgett\, Infor Industry & Solution Strategy Director\, will wrap up with ways technology can manage complexity and make compliance smooth sailing.\n\nPresenters\n\nErik Glavich\nDirector\, Legal and Regulatory Policy\nNational Association of Manufacturers \nErik Glavich is the Director of Legal and Regulatory Policy at the National Association of Manufacturers. He advocates for an improved federal regulatory system and reforming the regulatory process to minimize the unnecessary burdens that agencies impose. Glavich also represents the interests of manufacturers in the fields of civil justice reform\, product safety\, agriculture and food and beverage-related issues. He previously served as a staffer for the Regulatory Affairs Subcommittee of the House Committee on Government Reform and as a legislative aide for Congresswoman Candice Miller (R-MI-10). A Michigan native\, Glavich received a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown University and graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in education. \n\nGiovanni Martini\nCFO\nAuricchio \n \n\n\n\nMike Edgett\nIndustry & Solution Strategy Director\nFood & Beverage\, Chemical\, Life Sciences\nInfor \nMike Edgett is responsible for Infor’s positioning and strategic direction in the Food\, Beverage\, Chemicals and Life Sciences markets across the suite of solutions that Infor provides to these process manufacturing industries. \nEdgett started his career in product development with diversified food processing company\, Borden and later moved to Quaker Oats where he held roles in R&D\, Business Development and Marketing. Additionally he served as Director of Marketing for a division of Bunge Foods. Prior to joining Infor\, Edgett was the VP of Marketing at the global software company\, Movius.  Edgett earned an MBA in Marketing and Operations Management from the Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Houghton College. \n\nTechnical details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/navigating-world-regulation-compliance/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170623T120000
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SUMMARY:Innovation Engineering - How to Create Profitable New Products & Services and Keep Doing it!
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe # 1 key to profitability is to bring products and services to the marketplace that are both MEANINGFUL to customers and as UNIQUE as possible.  That combination of meaningful and unique guarantees pricing leverage and profitability. \nThe #2 key is to continue getting better at #1. \n\nThe Innovation Engineering training provides: \n\nA high-level view of Innovation Engineering as an enterprise-wide system that any company can adopt\nMore detailed descriptions of the stages of innovation\, selected tools and how-to’s as outlined below\n\nThe Business Case for Innovation\nAs the speed and scope of change accelerates in every aspect of business including technologies\, job skills and knowledge\, manufacturing methods\, materials\, customer needs\, products and services and the competitive landscape; the ability to innovate and innovate continually is becoming a required performance attribute. \nEven the world’s largest companies aren’t immune.  Only 1 of the world’s top 10 companies from the year 2000 has increased market cap between then and now – Exxon Mobile.  To address this rapidly changing marketplace\, Innovation Engineering offers a solution that can be tailored and implemented by companies of any size.  That solution is a systematic approach to innovation that\, when properly implemented\, will direct a company’s total assets and\, in particular\, its people knowledge\, skills\, capabilities and creative potential towards the development of innovative (as in meaningfully unique and therefore profitable) products and services. \nIn this half-day session\, IMC’s Innovation Engineering Black Belt\, Russ Lawrence\, will share what it takes for a company to become an “innovative enterprise” and specifically how the tools\, concepts\, practices and learning system that is Innovation Engineering can achieve that objective. \nSpecific Learning Objectives:\n\nUnderstanding innovation as a collaborative system that can engage across departments / functions of the organization\nHow to develop an “innovation strategy” that inspires deliverable ideas\nThe best tools and methods for generating ideas and expressing them in a clear and consistent format\nThe 5 progressive levels of prototyping\nHow to “fail fast and fail cheap” – to learn and make decisions without expending significant resources (time and money)\nUnderstanding the innovation process stages (Idea – Define – Discover – Develop – Deliver)\nA sampling of the activities\, tools and methods applied at each process stage (such as ideation\, evaluating ideas\, prototyping\, voice of customer\, open innovation\, rapid financial estimates\, supply chain mapping)\nHow to apply classic problem solving tools and methods to support the innovation process\nThe power and necessity of focus to successfully introduce products to the marketplace\nHow any employee can become a valuable research asset for markets\, customers\, trends and technologies\nHow to do early estimating and forecasting for new ideas (structured back-of-the-napkin financials for rapid change)\nHow to translate “tech-speak” and product features into benefits that get the customer’s attention\n\nThe training is structured primarily for small and mid-sized companies with an emphasis on manufacturing and targeted for company owners / executives\, decision-makers and those involved in innovation and product development including technical\, sales and marketing. \nInstructor:\nRuss Lawrence\, Director of Innovation with the Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC) is an Innovation Engineering Black Belt and has 25 years of experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement implementations along with multiple certifications.  He has coached other IE Black Belts to achieve Certification including Penn College Professors.  Russ has been with IMC for five years following a career with Pittsburgh-based manufacturer PPG Industries\, Inc.  He works with small and mid-sized manufacturers on many issues and primarily on innovation and continuous improvement-related challenges and solutions.  His passion is for win-win workplace practices like Innovation Engineering that maximize the creative potential of individuals and makes work more rewarding while simultaneously elevating the success of their organizations. \nThrough a Department of Labor & Industry grant\, a reduced registration fee is available to qualified manufacturers and will be indicated on the final invoice.  Not sure if you qualify? Call Lauri Moon at 570-329-3200×8085 or email laurim@imcpa.com. \nRegister & Pay By Check \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/innovation-engineering/
LOCATION:IMC\, 1127 W. 4th St.\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="IMC":MAILTO:info@imcpa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170626T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170626T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
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SUMMARY:Value Stream Mapping and Standard Work
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintValue Stream Mapping:\nValue Stream Mapping (VSM) will be introduced as a tool for organizational improvement and process improvement.  This is a high level tool that looks at the current state\, develops the future state and creates the action plan to bridge the gap.  VSM is distinctive in that it is data/metric driven AND information flow is also analyzed.  Additionally\, the focus is in the workplace [Gemba]. \nStandard Work:\nStandard Work is at the crux of all improvement.  Without one consistent way to complete a process\, there is no basis for change.  This portion of the training will introduce this basic premise\, then take it to higher levels introducing information flow\, performance metrics\, visual displays\, etc. as they relate to standard work. \nInstructor:\nKathleen W. (Kit) Eisel\, President of Quality Performance Services\, Inc. is a consultant and trainer in the business improvement arena.  She works in a wide variety of industries and organizations\, focusing on improving business processes.  Her areas of expertise include international quality standards\, lean enterprise tools [including six sigma] and leadership skills.  Kit started QPS\, Inc. in 1998 and was employed previously by Oxbridge Consulting in Singapore as Consulting Manager and by DuPont in several engineering\, supervisory and consulting positions. \nThrough a Department of Labor & Industry grant\, a reduced registration fee is available to qualified manufacturers and will be indicated on the final invoice.  Not sure if you qualify? Call Lauri Moon at 570-329-3200×8085 or email laurim@imcpa.com. \nRegister & Pay By Check \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/value-stream-mapping-standard-work/
LOCATION:Center for Business & Workforce Development\, 1127 W. 4th St.\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="IMC":MAILTO:info@imcpa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
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SUMMARY:Solving Your Top 5 Manufacturing Issues -- with Data
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIn today’s Smart Factory\, data abounds. Connected stations and machines generate terabytes of it every day — but what next? How do you know you have the right data? Can you access it and use it to resolve issues quickly before they become bigger headaches down the line\, or — even worse — once your product is in customers’ hands? \nIn this webinar\, you will learn how to make practical use of the data you collect to solve the top five problems manufacturers typically experience on their production lines: \n\nBalancing cycle time and repeatability (Gage R)\nSetting proper test limits\nIncreasing first time yield (FTY)\nNarrowing down to selective recalls\nAchieving faster runoff of new stations and production lines\n\nPresenters\n\nRichard Brine\nChief Technology Officer\nSciemetric \nRichard Brine has been with Sciemetric for more than 25 years. He is currently the company’s Chief Technology Officer. In this role\, Richard is responsible for Sciemetric’s complete product vision\, from concept to deployment and ongoing customer support. During his career at Sciemetric\, Brine has led most aspects of new technology development and commercialization\, working hand-in-hand with customers. He is a graduate of Queen’s University and a joint patent holder on the technology behind Sciemetric’s 3520 Series Leak Tester. \n\nDave Mannila\nProduct Manager\nSciemetric \nDave Mannila has more than 20 years’ experience in product development for manufacturing test and quality assurance. As Sciemetric’s Product Manager\, Mannila has broad responsibility for new product concept\, definition and development\, as well as maintaining the company’s overall product roadmap. Previously\, he worked as Principal Product Engineer for new product introduction engineering with medical device maker Abbott Point of Care. Dave holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from Lakehead University.\n \n\nTechnical details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/solving-top-5-manufacturing-issues-data/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
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SUMMARY:US & Global Security Programs
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe importance of cargo security for all modes of transport is growing. The treats are real and the US government and governments across the globe are expanding existing and establishing new security\, procedures\, protocol and programs for imports and exports. \nExporters and imports need to be aware of these programs and how they affect their supply chain and transactions. It is also important to understand how participation can benefit your global transactions and the consequences of noncompliance with mandatory programs. \nC-TPAT and other voluntary programs can help insure not only secure supply chains but can also provide numerous benefits. \nLearn how to participate\, your responsibilities\, how to avoid penalties and how these programs can benefit your company. \nThis webinar is available to all companies in the Appalachia region. REGISTER TODAY – FREE! Who should attend? \nAnyone responsible for export compliance\, logistics\, shipping\, purchasing\, international supervisors and managers\, senior management and firms who are looking to expand their markets abroad. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to train your team right from the comfort of your own office! \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/us-global-security-programs/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170718T150000
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CREATED:20170628T140736Z
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SUMMARY:Impress More Customers with Agile Enterprise Software
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintCompetitive manufacturers don’t just satisfy customers: they exceed all expectations for cost\, quality\, delivery\, reliability\, and responsive innovation. \nIt’s not just the customers who demand your best. Suppliers\, partners and employees also expect excellent experiences with your organization. Agile enterprise software gives you an opportunity to support all of your initiatives powerfully and effectively meet the goals of delighting every stakeholder. Most manufacturers are looking to the cloud to achieve stronger global supply chain management\, using analytics to improve customer relationships. \nJoin us on July 18 to learn how agile enterprise software can benefit your company\, including: \n\nWhy the vision of Industry 4.0 is rooted in agility for great stakeholder experience\nHow to get to agility\, ease and choice for customers and other stakeholders\nWays agile ERP opens up budget and opportunities to leverage new Industry 4.0 technologies\nHow to identify a solution for your current and future needs as you grow\nWhat agile levers a manufacturer can pull to delight customers and stakeholders today and in the future\n\nPresenters\nJulie Fraser\, Principal and Founder\, Iyno Advisors Inc. and Robert Sinfield\, Director\, Global Portfolio Marketing\, Global Portfolio Marketing \n \n\nTechnical details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/impress-customers-agile-enterprise-software/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170619T152357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170619T152357Z
UID:6402-1500472800-1500476400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Improve Supply Chain Visibility by Embracing Innovative Technology
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIt may seem like disruptions in your supply chain are frustrating inevitabilities\, but that’s only half true. While they are inevitable\, they don’t have to be frustrating. There’s a way to predict and often prevent them. You can also create a system that mitigates disruption when it does happen. The solution starts with visibility: The more transparency you have into each step of your logistics operation\, the better you will be able to use it to help you succeed in a competitive marketplace. \nIn this webinar you’ll learn about: \n\nNew technologies that are helping improve visibility\nCapturing and analyzing correct data to increase efficiency\nUsing historical data to plan for and mitigate supply chain disruption\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\n\n\n\nChris Scharaswak\nSenior Director\, Product Development & Innovation\nRyder System\, Inc.\n\n\nMr. Scharaswak joined Ryder in 1995 and is a Senior Director of Product Development & Innovation. He has extensive industry experience in the retail\, consumer products\, auto and high-tech industries. His international supply chain strategy experience spans North America\, South America\, Europe\, and Asia. Chris has made valuable contributions to key service and product development initiatives for warehouse designs to support BTB and BTC\, integrated transportation\, Total Cost of Ownership\, origin consolidation management\, deconsolidation services\, visibility applications and digital platforms. \nAdditionally\, Mr. Scharaswak has made significant contributions to Ryder’s growth and customer solutions throughout North America. He managed the development and setup of a consolidation network in Asia to support international PO management and deconsolidation for North American markets. Chris previously led the solutions and engineering for Retail and Consumer Brands with a diverse background in supply chain strategy. As an example of his leadership\, he has helped multiple leading consumer brand manufacturers and distributors transform their supply chains to drive out redundant cost within their networks\, improve inventory fill rates and drive transportation efficiencies. This allowed for direct control of the customer experience\, synchronize production with demand\, and dramatically reduce the order-to-cash cycle time. \n\n\n\n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/improve-supply-chain-visibility-embracing-innovative-technology/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20150713T202323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170630T142814Z
UID:5117-1501581600-1501588800@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Selling To The Government: The First Steps
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAttend this seminar and learn the basic principals that businesses must know in order to do business with the federal\, state or local government. \nTopics Include: \n\nHow the government buys goods and services\nCertifications and registrations necessary to sell to federal\, state or local governments\nHow government agencies advertise their opportunities\nLocating subcontracting opportunities with government “prime” contractors\nUnderstanding the sales process\n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/selling-to-the-government-the-first-steps-3/
LOCATION:Williamsport / Lycoming Chamber of Commerce\, 102 W. Fourth Street\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170713T134036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170803T125944Z
UID:6418-1501758000-1501761600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Keys to Success in Deploying a Product Cost Management Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEven best-in-class manufacturing companies can miss their cost targets when launching new products. Design changes can often lead to costly rework and part sourcing costs can wildly fluctuate wildly based on changing market conditions. You must ensure that high quality products are delivered\, but in a cost structure that makes sense. \nJoin us August 3 to hear how one manufacturer overcame these challenges by implementing a strategic product cost management initiative within an Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Assembly-to-Order (ATO) environment. CIRCOR (NYSE: CIR) designs\, develops\, manufactures and sells flow control products and solutions into Energy (Oil & Gas) and Advanced Flow Solution (aerospace\, power\, process and industry) markets. \nLearn how CIRCOR’s project team: \n\nEngaged Executive Management in the project definition and technology partner selection process.\nConfigured and implemented a modern product cost management technology that reduced cost estimation time from days to minutes.\nReduced product cost on a complex Disk Stack Assembly by more than 69%\nEnhanced their Stage-Gate process to include manufacturing cost as a key review parameter\nSignificantly reduced “surprises” at the end of the design cycle.\n\nPresenters\n\nNick Williams\nVP Engineering\, Fellow\nTechnology & Processes\nCIRCOR \nNick Williams joined CIRCOR in October 2012 as VP Engineering CIRCOR Flow Technologies. Prior to that he spent 7 years with Crane Energy Flow Solutions and 15 years with Tyco Flow Control as Director Engineering. Prior to that he held various leadership positions in Engineering and Quality Assurance in a variety of Aerospace and Defense companies within the U.S. and UK. Williams holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Portsmouth Polytechnic University\, Portsmouth\, England. He also has studied Polymer Science at the University of Akron University and UCLA and is Six Sigma Black Belt certified. \n\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/keys-success-deploying-product-cost-management-strategy/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170809T113000
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CREATED:20170628T135552Z
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UID:6405-1502269200-1502278200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:E-Commerce Opportunities for Companies
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe ever expanding use of technology at all levels of life and business will continue to expand and with it e-commerce. \nThis new way to purchase products continues to have a significant effect on today’s retail market. Consumers can already purchase everything from the staples of life such as food\, medicine and clothing to virtually all consumer products\, including the continually expanding array of high tech products electronically. We are now seeing e-commerce expanding rapidly into the commercial market place as well. This growth of e-commerce is not only changing the way consumers and manufacturers purchase and market products\, it is also having an effect on supply chain management. The logistical support needed by companies involved in e-commerce is rapidly changing as well. There are also many regulatory issues that relate to e-Commerce Transactions. \nThis seminar will define e-Commerce; identify the various opportunities that exist for commercial companies related to e-Commerce and the related export and import compliance issues. It will further identify those intermediaries who can assist with developing an e-Commerce program. \nWho should attend? \n\nSenior Management\nSales\nMarketing\nCorporate Development\nExport/Import Operations\n\nFunded in part by DCED’s Office of International Business. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email containing information about joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/e-commerce-opportunities-companies/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170803T125015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170803T125300Z
UID:6425-1502805600-1502809200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:How Digitalization is Changing the Economics of Manufacturing Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintWhile the notion of lean manufacturing has been the cornerstone of operational efficiency in manufacturing for several decades\, it’s the advent of digital manufacturing that is truly catapulting lean to another level. The digitalization of processes along the entire continuum of the manufacturing supply chain\, starting with a product’s design and development\, is what is driving the next industrial revolution\, often dubbed Industry 4.0. Creating a digital supply chain—one that’s more resilient to market risks as well as more responsive to opportunities—is essential to not only staying competitive but also further improving operational efficiencies. This presentation will demonstrate how on-demand manufacturing can streamline the product development cycle and make the manufacturing supply chain more cost-efficient. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nExplore what the “digital thread” is and how it ties together each aspect of the manufacturing process\, from CAD model through to production parts\nDiscuss the difference between back-end hardware automation and front-end software automation\, and how digitizing the front-end can mitigate risk\nLearn how on-demand manufacturing can reduce production costs and allow companies to respond to volatile or unforeseen market demands\n\nSpeaker \nCharlie Johnson\, Production Manager\, Proto Labs \nCharlie Johnson is a production manager at Proto Labs\, with nearly 10 years of experience in rapid manufacturing and designing for moldability. During his tenure with Proto Labs\, Johnson has held a variety of positions ranging from customer service engineer to design supervisor for technical operations. In his current role\, he oversees the injection molding build\, milling\, and operations departments Proto Labs’ U.S. facilities.\n \n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/digitalization/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170817T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170817T150000
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CREATED:20170727T145252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170727T145252Z
UID:6421-1502978400-1502982000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Industry 4.0 -- Manufacturing for the Next Generation
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintManufacturers have put significant effort and investment into improving Product Engineering.  Now the focus is on improving manufacturing to drive greater overall efficiency with limited resources\, and fully integrated business processes.  Product Engineering\, however\, comprises only a small part of your enterprise costs. The larger savings opportunities reside in the roughly 75% of your budget that represent manufacturing. \nHow can you improve your manufacturing to drive greater overall efficiency with limited resources\, and fully integrated business processes? \nWith increased attention on digitalization\, significant gains can be achieved by leveraging capabilities like Design for Manufacturing\, Early Concept Planning\, and more accurate and aligned Detailed Planning for production.  How can you take these capabilities to the next level? \nJoin us August 17 for a discussion of the trends driving the manufacturing community and how the complete “Digital Twin” of Product and Planning addresses these trends by shifting manufacturing earlier in the development cycle to generate faster\, more accurate\, and lower cost launches. \nSome of the topics to be covered include: \n\nReducing cost-of-change and shorten time-to-launch by engaging DFM upfront\nImproving quality utilizing integrated quality collaboration\nReducing problems at launch by virtually validating and optimizing all aspects of production early\n\nSpeakers \nChris Weber\, Portfolio Development Executive\, Siemens PLM Software\nChris Weber primarily focused on the development of manufacturing solutions within the Digital Enterprise. In the last 31 years\, he has spent the majority of his career focused on manufacturing solutions in multiple industries such as Automotive\, A&D\, and Machinery. From his early years of directly supporting the plant floor\, to managing Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering groups\, to providing consulting services\, Weber has been able to merge his manufacturing process knowledge with his digital manufacturing knowledge to help develop business solutions for Siemens customers. He holds a patent for a lifecycle digital maturity assessment model which he co-developed.\n \nMichael Walker\, Portfolio Development Executive\, Siemens PLM Software \nMichael Walker has over 35 years of experience in the manufacturing domain.  For the last 20 years\, Michael has worked at Siemens\, most recently as a PDE driving manufacturing solutions to address customer’s business needs in a range of industries including A&D\, Automotive\, High-Tech\, and Heavy Machinery.  Michael has also worked as a Solutions Consultant and SME for Siemens PLM manufacturing products\, providing technical support for workshops and benchmarks\, and engaging in strategic executive level activities.  Prior to working at Siemens PLM\, Michael worked for numerous manufacturing companies including Tool & Die and Pattern Shops. \n \nTechnical details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/industry-4-0-manufacturing-next-generation/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170807T153244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170808T123001Z
UID:6428-1503410400-1503414000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:IIoT & Process Modernization: 5 Immediate Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAn IndustryWeek and Machine Design-hosted webinar\, sponsored by Schneider Electric. \nThe fourth industrial revolution is changing the nature of manufacturing.  More volatile markets\, new technology capabilities\, and increased pressure on performance are precipitating radical change. With this change comes opportunity\, especially through the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)\, which is unleashing huge potential for industrial customers. But how can you exploit this potential while keeping your costs under control? \nIn your day-to-day operations\, you are required to do more with less\, and continue to grow your bottom-line revenues. The idea of IIoT is great\, but you lack the budget to replace your entire process or production facility. How can you start modernizing to gain IIoT benefits without exceeding already limited budgets? \nOne quick and simple technological gain can come through the implementation of service-oriented variable-frequency drive technology. VFD’s are adjustable-speed drives to control AC motor speed and torque by varying motor input frequency and voltage. By integrating these modern drives to run your systems\, the promise of IIoT becomes a reality through connectivity and real-time monitoring. \nJoin us August 22 to learn how these drives bring the IIoT into an existing process and immediately begin delivering 5 key benefits to your company: \n\nIncreased operational efficiency\nReduced operating costs\nImproved asset management\nEnhanced process control\nA more empowered workforce\n\nGarrett Abbott-Frey\, US Process Drive Offer Manager\, Industry Business\, Schneider Electric \nGarrett Abbott-Frey is the US Process Drive Offer Manager in the Industry Business of Schneider Electric\, based in Raleigh\, North Carolina. He brings to the position a background in OEM Machine Design and Electric Motor and Drives validation and testing. He has a bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University with a focus on Physics and Environmental Science. \n \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format. After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/iiot-process-modernization-5-immediate-benefits/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170823T150000
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CREATED:20170810T114103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T114103Z
UID:6435-1503496800-1503500400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Global IoT Product Design: Increase Success with Products\, Teams & Customers
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAre Your Products Ready for the Connected World?\nProduct designers today increasingly must consider the connected world that people live and work in. The tools we use to design and produce these products have expanded and incorporated new technologies and design practices. \nInnovative product companies across many industries have greater opportunities to embrace disruptive technologies\, execute well\, and give their customers the experiences and products they want and value. But\, it is easy for companies to fail\, even with advances in everything from communication and supply chain management to design tools\, and manufacturing capabilities. For IoT product companies\, whether consumer or industry focused\, failure rates are currently even higher. For both native IoT products and retro-fitted IoT products\, companies must navigate lack of standards\, nascent infrastructure\, new market challenges\, and uncertainty of customer needs. \nHow can you increase your team’s chances of product success? \nJoin us August 23 for Global IoT Product Design\, as Kathy Davies\, Lecturer at Stanford University and Managing Director of Stanford Life Design Lab\, and Heatherly Bucher\, Product Marketing Manager at Arena Solutions\, discuss their experiences with product teams and design efforts in the context of the connected world. \nSome of the topics they will cover include: \n\nProduct Teams\n\nExploring the challenges of interacting with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders with fast-paced\, dispersed supply chains.\nConsidering how you can speed up the learning cycle to ramp team and processes quickly.\n\n\nProcess of Design\n\nLearning how to capture design intent in product definition so all teams can execute effectively.\nInvestigating the importance of capturing the voice of the customer (VOC) when  designing products.\n\n\n\nSpeakers \nKathy Davies\, Lecturer in the Stanford University School of Engineering and Managing Director of the Stanford Life Design Lab \nWith 15 years’ experience in Silicon Valley product development\, she holds 5 patents and has been involved in building everything from heart implants and high tech electronics to SaaS software.  She is currently passionate about using design thinking to drive cultural change. \nHeatherly Bucher\, Product Marketing Manager\, Arena Solutions \nWith a career spanning the earliest beginnings of SaaS/cloud platforms to present day connected supply chain environments\, she has focused on collaboration as a vehicle for success in every project – from leading global professional services teams to providing communications and product marketing.  She is currently spending time researching circular design theory and how it might relate to business relationships. \n \nTechnical Details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/global-iot-product-design/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170808T122857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170808T122857Z
UID:6429-1504015200-1504018800@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:How to Improve Your First Time Right Metrics
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintHow your MES can predict and prevent quality issues \nThe benefits of making your products right the first time are clear: higher productivity\, improved on-time shipment performance\, combined with less rework\, materials\, overtime\, scrap\, and other costs. You have implemented consistent quality processes and applications such as enterprise resource planning and quality management systems. Still\, your First Time Right (FTR) metrics might trail your competition’s or be as good as you know they can be. You need to “execute” quality\, not just plan and manage it. What your enterprise needs is an integrated\, adaptable MES to predict and prevent quality issues before they happen. \nMaking quality happen means getting off the top floor and moving onto the shop floor. It means enforcing your best practice quality processes consistently at all your sites for all operations. It means giving your operators the right tools and information to do their job correctly. It means integrating your systems with plant floor equipment to capture and analyze all the data that impacts your product quality. \nJoin us on August 29 for a webinar where we will illustrate how to make a quick\, step-level increase in your First Time Right metrics and then establish a foundation for continuous improvement. Topics we will discuss include: \n\nData collection of quality drivers using Internet of Things (IoT) and other technologies\n“Edge” analytics tools that learn how to predict quality trends and issues before they result in out-of-specification results\nActionable intelligence that automatically performs certain corrective actions in real time (where applicable)\nDrill-down analytics to perform root cause analysis and update\nVisualization tools to see your quality performance\, predict future issues\, and show you how to address them now\nError proofing technologies to assist poka-yoke business processes\nValidation of operator certification and training at each station\nFirst Piece Inspection to validate quality performance at the start of each shift and/or order\nDefect identification\, entry\, and remediation that is quick\, easy-to-use\, and accurate\n\nSpeakers \nAndrea Molinari\, Business Development MOM Alliance\, Americas\, Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc. \nAndrea Molinari joined the MOM Alliances team at Siemens PL since its inception. During his 30+ years he has played several roles with growing responsibilities in the Siemens PL organization for MOM\, serving as MOM Process Industry Pre-Sales\, Delivery and Program manager. He is currently part of the MEAC (MOM Expertise Alliance Center) organization responsible for MOM Alliances Practice Development. He has a 20+ years background in MOM. Andrea has earned a Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Genoa. He is currently based in Chicago\, IL. \n \nChris Chapin\, Associate Partner of DXC’s Digital Manufacturing Practice and Manufacturing Systems (MES) solutions \nChris Chapin has 32 years of manufacturing business process and information technology experience. He has real world\, plant floor experience in automotive\, industrial\, aerospace and defense\, consumer goods\, high tech\, and pharmaceutical industries. He leads consulting and implementation engagements that transform our clients manufacturing IT and MES environments and deliver quantifiable business value through production\, quality\, materials\, and maintenance improvements. \n \nTechnical Details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/improve-first-time-right-metrics/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170830T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170815T150719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170815T150719Z
UID:6439-1504101600-1504105200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Continuous Improvement Deep Dive: How One Company Amped Up Production & Reduced Waste
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIncreasing product volume and reducing scrap to the point of achieving Zero Waste to Landfill are competing objectives for many manufacturers. For Brewer Science\, a leader in innovative materials and processes for the semiconductor industry\, producing high quality products and remaining sensitive to the environment is critical to our success and the success of our customers. \nGet a deep understanding of how Brewer Science increased product volume by 67% and reduced scrap by 83% through continuous improvement best practices and risk mitigation. \nIn this real-world case study\, Brewer Science’s Executive Director\, Tom Brown and Engineering Systems Manager\, James Korich\, will take you through four key elements—training\, automation\, effective risk analysis and mitigation\, and success modes that were instrumental in helping the company achieve its goals. \nBrewer Science will also discuss how it continues to create a fresh approach to continuously improve beyond the scope of the original initiative\, while maintaining an industry manufacturing mandate of “zero rework.” \nTakeaways: \n\nGain insight into how to apply continuous improvement methodologies to achieve aggressive goals in scrap reduction and volume increases\nUnderstand the key decision points and the trade-off analysis that underlies any continuous improvement initiative\nLearn how to apply risk analysis and mitigation techniques in real world examples and other analysis techniques to improve manufacturing performance\n\nSpeakers \nTom Brown\, Executive Director\, Corporate Productivity & Sustainability\, Brewer Science \nTom received his BS in Engineering Management in 1993 from the University of Missouri-Rolla. Upon graduation\, Tom began his career at Brewer Science as a part-time employee in sales and now serves as the Executive Director of Operations. Tom is part of directing the strategies of two business units while maintaining direct responsibility for Manufacturing\, Engineering\, Quality\, EH&S and Supply Chain. Of all the exceptional aspects of Brewer Science\, Tom is most impressed by working in “an environment that continually challenges you to be your best and puts you into positions that forces you to stretch beyond what you thought was possible.” He says he feels “blessed to work with so many people who share a desire to make a difference—in each other’s lives\, in the company\, in the community\, and in the industry. \n\nJames Korich\, Engineering Systems Manager\, Brewer Science \nJames Korich received his BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University in 1994 and completed an MBA degree from Webster University in 2000. Korich came to Brewer Science with extensive knowledge in product quality\, manufacturing process consistency\, and is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt. At Brewer Science\, Korich is currently serving as the Engineering Systems Manager where he is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Manufacturing Engineering Group. He played a vital role as team leader in designing and implementing blending systems and solvent filtration systems at Brewer Science’s Vichy facility. \n \nTechnical Details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/continuous-improvement-deep-dive/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170817T172413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170817T172413Z
UID:6444-1504706400-1504710000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Engineer-to-Order Process Automation
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintDescription \nYou understand the operational challenges that Engineer-to-Order products bring to your organization. You need to provide the flexibility and customization that your clients demand\, but the process often results in \n\nlong bid and order engineering lead times\,\ninaccurate cost and schedule estimates\,\nmargin eroding errors\, and\nproject schedule/budget overruns.\n\nHow can you deliver the benefits and minimize these drawbacks? \nAutomating the ETO process will enable your team to focus on capturing knowledge and less on the process drudgery. \nIn this Webinar\, you will hear about S&C Electric’s 30-year journey through design automation systems. S&C Electric has had many successes automating systems for ETO products and is now working to achieve similar results for their Custom Engineered products. Learn how they are using Siemens applications to provide a development platform for a variety of products and deliverables. Discover the methods used and lessons learned in creating systems to automate both Engineer-to-Order and Custom Engineered products. \nSome of the insights you will gain include: \n\nLessons Learned on how to develop and implement an ETO Automation solution\nExpectations of what the solution should achieve and the likelihood it will do so\nHow to setup a successful Proof of Concept\n\nSpeakers \nCarl Breving\, Project Engineer\, Engineering Systems – Information Technology\, S&C Electric Company \nCarl Breving has spent over 16 years at S&C Electric working on the development and support of engineering and manufacturing systems and applications. His current areas of focus are in CAD\, PLM\, and Design Automation.  As part of his role at S&C\, Breving has led the design and implementation of many Design Automation systems across multiple technology platforms. He is currently leading projects to standardize on an automation platform across the enterprise.  He is a proud graduate of Purdue University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. \nTony Boucher\, Product Management and Marketing – ETO Process Automation\, Siemens PLM Software \nTony Boucher is responsible for the Solid Edge and Solidworks integrations with Rulestream\, the ETO Process Automation software at Siemens PLM Software. In addition\, he’s looking to revitalize the marketing behind ETO automation to better educate both in theory as well as in practice.  Boucher was an original employee of Rulestream and its predecessors\, ICAD and KTI\, leading the development of large knowledge based engineering implementations at Boeing\, Embraer\, Pratt & Whitney and General Motors.  With a detour into the world of eCommerce implementations at Sterling Commerce and business platform development at Microsoft\, he recently returned to Rulestream at Siemens. \n \nTechnical Details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/engineer-order-process-automation/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170907T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170907T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134809
CREATED:20170811T150233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T160545Z
UID:6438-1504792800-1504794600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity - DoD Contractors are you Ready for the December Deadline?
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe Department of Defense (DoD) has issued the DFARS 252.204.7012 compliance mandate for its supply chain around data protection of controlled unclassified info with a deadline of December 31\, 2017! \nJoin our 30 minute webinar to learn how to get into compliance.\nPresented by Cytellix\, who will discuss: \n\nDFARS & NIST cybersecurity regulations for supply chain\nWhat’s required to keep your contracts and win new ones\nUpcoming December deadline for all suppliers and contractors working with the government\n100% outsourced\, industry standards based managed cybersecurity service\nDemonstrations of Cytellix’s turn-key managed cybersecurity services\n\nRegister \nABOUT CYTELLIX:\nCytellix\, the cybersecurity division of Information Management Resources\, Inc. (IMRI)\, is an industry-standards-based\, managed cybersecurity service provider\, specializing in proactive behavioral analytics and situational awareness of an organization’s cyber posture. Cytellix has created an affordable outsourced solution for small- and mid-size businesses (SMBs) – which have become one of the largest targets of cyberattacks in recent years – and its solutions have monitored over 7 million devices thus far. Its best-in-class\, turnkey service was designed to help SMBs in government\, manufacturing\, finance\, banking\, law\, healthcare and higher education sectors take a proactive\, low-friction approach to securing their environment. The managed service includes assessments\, gap analysis\, continuous monitoring\, practical plans of action\, and customized best practices for remediation and implementation. Cytellix has not only successfully secured the network perimeters for the U.S. Army\, Missile Defense Agency and municipal organizations such as the City of Irvine\, but its proactive solution has also been deployed at leading corporations\, including: PricewaterhouseCoopers\, Kaiser Permanente and the Walt Disney Company. The Company has been recognized with numerous honors such as the 2017 American Business Award\, the 2016 Small Business Administration Person of the Year award\, the 2015 Patriot Award and the 2014 White House Champion of Change Honor; and its experts are frequently tapped for media interviews and keynote addresses by publications such as CNET and The Huffington Post. \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cybersecurity-dod-contractors-ready-december-deadline/
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UID:6455-1505224800-1505228400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Improve Production Planning & Scheduling Visibility
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIndustrial Machinery and Heavy Equipment manufacturers today must deal with: \n\nIncreased production complexity due to high product variants and customized demands from customers\nFlexible Production Planning and Increased Configurability given the global competitive environment\nAdopt Industry 4.0 practices to gain competitive edge through digitalization\n\nIn dealing with these new business requirements\, the technological obstacles seem daunting at first. Industry experts have observed the following common challenges: \n\nMany Industrial Machinery and Heavy Equipment manufacturers have challenges on Synchronizing Demand Signals with Manufacturing Execution.\nAlthough Lean Manufacturing Principles have been existent in factories\, technologies that sustain lean processes and documentation are yet to be realized.\nCompanies with ERP still have Production Scheduling done on disparate systems like spreadsheets\, often leading to wasted effort and rework.\nOver 1/2 of top performing companies are not able to quickly respond to customer demand changes accurately or even predict the impact of the changes on capacity utilization. \n\nDo any of these challenges apply to your company? \nTo get a jumpstart on bringing your production planning in line with the Smart factory\, attend this “Improve Production Planning and Scheduling visibility in your Industrial Machinery and Heavy Equipment Business” Webinar where the speakers will share the best practices adopted for production planning and scheduling and industry leading insights in Industrial Machinery and Heavy Equipment Business. \nSpeakers \nMark Callison\, President\, Elmwood Reclaimed Timber \nConnor Burns\, Production Manager\, Elmwood Reclaimed Timber \nNikhil Joshi\, Founder & Director\, SNic Solutions \n \nTechnical Details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/improve-production-planning-scheduling-visibility/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T090000
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UID:6445-1505379600-1505383200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Lean Selling
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintYou work on Continuous Improvement in your Manufacturing…\nIs it Time for Lean Selling?\nAs you focus on growing sales\, do you find your current sales effort: \nExperience lots of Waste? \n\nWasted time\nWasted company resources\nWasted opportunities that do not turn into revenue\n\nHave you ever done a Sales Root Cause Analysis? \n\nWhy do some sales go through? (How do we repeat?)\nWhy do some sales that seem qualified never close?\nWhy does lowest price often seem impossible to get around?\nWhy do we struggle to penetrate new market segments?\nWhy do we repeat the same mistakes?\n\nIs there Standard Work for Sales? \n\nWhat is your repeatable sales process?\nWhen is it time to disqualify an opportunity?\nWhen does an opportunity qualify to go into the sales forecast?\nWhen should an opportunity come out of the sales forecast?\n\nContinuous Improvement is the key to staying competitive\, but have we ever used these tactics on our sales approach? \nJoin us for this Live Streaming event to understand where lack of systems and process leads to lost revenue and wasted time and expertise. \nFrom the comfort of your office\, we’ll explore: \n\nHow prospects have a duplicable system to buy\nWhere we are vulnerable to the prospect system\nHow to recognize the “free consultant” trap – where you give away your experience and expertise so they can shop you around\nA predictable sales model for success\n\nPresented by: \n \n  \nJohn Moore\, founder of Moore Power Sales. Moore Power Sales is passionate about helping our regional companies compete worldwide and yet still enjoy the quality of life here in Central PA.  John has been helping companies grow sales and leaders since 1995. \n  \n  \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/lean-selling/
LOCATION:Live Streaming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T150000
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UID:6447-1505397600-1505401200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:How Industrial IoT Benefits Your Manufacturing Company
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is here and manufacturers are quickly adopting the technology improving operations\, maintenance\, and productivity.  The IIot has generated mountains of data\, but how can you take maximum advantage of it? \nThe final element of bringing the IIoT to life is to integrate Augmented Reality (AR). Now every member of your organization — from the top floor to the plant floor — can visualize and interact with the live data that your IIoT implementation provides. This convergence of the physical and digital worlds will give your company a distinctive competitive advantage. How can you get started? \nIn this webcast\, VP of Go to Market and Strategy at PTC\, Glen Fields will explain how Augmented Reality is changing the way end users are interacting with the industrial internet of things helping your company to: \n\nClose the knowledge transfer gap between retiring boomers and incoming millennials\nImprove safety through enhanced situational awareness\nReduce travel costs with remote expert technology\nEnable the connected worker to improve employee productivity\n\nSpeaker: Glen Fields\, Vice President of Go to Market and Strategy\, PTC \n \nTechnical Details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/industrial-iot-benefits-manufacturing-company/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T110000
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CREATED:20170831T143512Z
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UID:6461-1505818800-1505822400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Predictive Maintenance and Equipment-as-a-Service Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe growing need for connected\, “smart” equipment can be a disruptive force for many manufacturers. Investments in smart equipment can supercharge your production. It is critical to your company’s long-term health to embrace these changes before your competition gets ahead of you and leaves you in their dust. \nPlus\, your new equipment allows Predictive Maintenance strategies that simultaneously reduce your maintenance costs and improve your asset performance. Tying your smart equipment together with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) enables a shift from old product-based to new service-based offerings. \nIn this webinar\, we will discuss how you can: \n\nImprove efficiency and reduce maintenance costs through new predictive maintenance strategies and technologies.\nEnable product-as-a-service approaches to help grow revenue.\nCreate new value-added services that grow customer loyalty without adding operational complexity.\nLearn through real-life examples how greater connectivity can help industrial equipment manufacturers evolve and grow.\n\n  \n\nSpeakers \n\nRemy Marcotorchino\,  Director Marketing and Market Strategy\,  Sierra Wireless \nRemy Marcotorcino has 15 years of experience in the high tech sector. He is currently Director Marketing and Market Strategy at Sierra Wireless. In this role\, he has worldwide responsibilities in the industrial and security verticals for top line revenue\, market share and gross margin in those segments. Prior to this\, he held positions in Fortune 500 companies such as Texas Instruments\, Sanmina SCI and Alcatel. He holds an MBA from SMU in Dallas\, Texas and a MS EE from INPG in Grenoble\, France. \nVaibhav J. Parmar\,  Partner\,  PWC \nVaibhav Parmar is a leader and senior executive with more than 18 years of experience in sales\, business development and client delivery of technology advisory\, consulting\, systems integration and managed services projects globally.  His specialties include technology infrastructure (telecom / networks\, cloud\, data centers\, service management)\, emerging technologies (automation\, analytics\, mobility\, Internet of Things)\, and cybersecurity. \nParmar has worked with clients globally involving complex networks\, IoT\, wireless technologies\, mobile applications and devices\, and technology systems integration.  His experiences include strategy development\, assessments\, technology infrastructure design and implementation\, business case development\, mobility enablement and applications\, technology and product development\, and systems operations and management.  Parmar has spoken at industry conferences such as DistribuTECH\, UTC Telecom\, CTIA Wireless\, WiMAX Forum\, and TeleManagement Forum\, and has participated in industry organizations such as FCC\, IEEE\, Utilities Telecom Council and WiMAX Forum. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering\, both from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. \n \nTechnical Details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/predictive-maintenance-equipment-service-opportunities/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T150000
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UID:6463-1506002400-1506006000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Digital Manufacturing: Are You Taking the Lead or Falling Behind?
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintHow are manufacturers gaining and maintaining a digital edge? \nA competitive advantage doesn’t just happen in any area of business. Operationally speaking\, it starts with a deliberate strategy to excel in a few targeted areas\, making the necessary investments and then fully leveraging the financial or performance advantages. \nIn partnership with OpenText\, IndustryWeek set out to look at how well companies were executing their digital manufacturing strategy. While point solutions are essential\, we wanted to focus on how well digital capabilities as a whole are being managed\, whether they’re delivering on their promise\, and what stage manufacturers are at in the broader digital transformation. \nWe found that four out of five manufacturing company leaders believe that digital manufacturing solutions and capabilities are critical to achieving and maintaining a competitive edge. But only one out of four companies have leveraged the adoption and application of such solutions to gain any kind of advantage. \nIn this webinar we will look at the digital capabilities manufacturers have deployed and whether or not they have achieved the targeted objectives. We will discuss the expanding promise of analytics\, and the day-to-day business realities. And we will explore the challenges around digital integration and how to find and keep people with the talent to maximize the benefits and transform the organization. \nSpeaker \n\nTom Leeson\, MSC\, Industry Strategist\, OpenText \nThomas (Tom) Leeson is Industry Strategist for the Manufacturing sector at OpenText.\nTom is an Engineer by trade\, a Mathematician by education. He has nearly 40 years of experience working in the manufacturing sector. First within Aerospace\, Automotive and Discrete Manufacturing companies introducing computational techniques before moving into the Engineering and Manufacturing IT sector. The last 22 years Tom has fulfilled various senior roles with manufacturing software specialists Dassault Systemes\, SmarTeam PLM\, Computervision\, PTC and the Artificial Intelligence Company Aion. \nTom is passionate about engineering and manufacturing and began his career with a traditional engineering apprenticeship as a Precision Engineer servicing the Oil and Gas\, Mining\, and Automotive industries in Scotland before moving on to design analysis careers with British Aerospace (BAe) and Jaguar Cars. With BAe he studied a Master’s Degree  in Computation Mathematics relating to Computer Aided Engineering. \n  \nTechnical Details \nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/digital-manufacturing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T150000
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CREATED:20170911T130703Z
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UID:6465-1506607200-1506610800@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Intelligent Asset Management: Improving Product Quality & Operational Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIndustry 4.0 (aka Smart Manufacturing) is all about harnessing production information to achieve increased productivity\, efficiency and product quality improvements from the available manufacturing workforce and equipment. It is also about\, of course\, tightening and improving the horizontal flow of information from Design/Engineering\, through Manufacturing and on to Operations and Maintenance in the After Market (and back again). Finally\, a third key goal is to improve manufacturing agility so that manufacturing systems can support smaller lots (ideally\, lot size of 1) and can react more quickly and seamlessly to market changes. \nIn this presentation\, we will focus on one of the key levers that can be used to help achieve those goals as they apply to manufacturing – intelligent management of assets to support greater utilization of equipment (and workforce) and improved product quality. We will also touch on emerging concepts that can improve horizontal flow of information across the value chain: Blockchain and Digital Twin. \nSpeakers \n\nDave Noller\, Executive Architect\, Watson Internet of Things\, IBM \n  \n  \n\nJiani Zhang\, Program Director – Offering Management\, Watson Internet of Things\, IBM \n  \n \nTechnical Details\nThis webinar will be conducted using a slides-and-audio format.  After you complete your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/intelligent-asset-management/
LOCATION:Webinar
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