Innovative Manufacturers Center
Driving Manufacturing Growth and Job Creation in Central Pennsylvania
An understanding of the Harmonized System is essential for Importers and Exporters alike. Proper classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule or Harmonized Schedule B is a regulatory requirement under the Customs Modernization Act and export control regulations. We will also discuss how they affect the new “Countervailing Duties” on goods from China & other origins. Read More
Dive into the critical digital tools that form the cybersecurity backbone for small enterprises. This session demystifies the technical jargon and focuses on practical, accessible solutions that provide robust protection without complexity. Register
The use and storage of hazardous materials in any structure can introduce facilities to several regulatory and permitting requirements. One of the most overlooked requirements is how hazardous materials utilization impacts the Building Code occupancy classification of a facility. Model building codes in the United States establish strict requirements for hazardous materials through the occupancy Read More
Problem Solving with Root Cause Analysis (in-person program held in Williamsport, PA) What is Root Cause Analysis? When you pull weeds out of your yard or garden, what happens when you don’t get the roots? The weeds grow back. Likewise, when we solve a problem only at a symptom level, not at the root, the Read More
Stay ahead of the curve with insights into the latest CMMC 2.0 updates, including the impact of the revision of NIST SP 800-171 (Rev 3). Understand the changes, anticipate new requirements, and learn how your business can smoothly transition to the updated standards. Register
Unpack the complexities of CMMC compliance with a clear, step-by-step roadmap. From scoping to certification, this session lays out each phase, helping you navigate the path to compliance with confidence. Register
Biomanufacturing uses biological systems, including plants and microbes, to create new materials or alternatives to existing everyday materials like plastics, chemicals, fabrics, and nutraceuticals. By some estimates, up to 60% of materials in the global consumer product supply chain could be produced biologically, resulting in domestic economic growth while lowering embodied carbon emissions and reducing Read More
The Industrial Assessment Centers (IAC) can help small and medium sized manufacturers save energy, improve productivity, and reduce waste by providing no-cost technical assessments conducted by university-based teams of engineering students and faculty. The IAC program has already conducted over 21,000 assessments and made recommendations that amount to an average yearly savings of nearly $140,000. Read More
From recognizing phishing attempts to safeguarding sensitive data, this webinar empowers your workforce with essential cybersecurity knowledge. Create a human firewall with informed, vigilant employees. Register
The PPL Electric Business Energy Efficiency Program aims to help businesses reduce energy usage and costs through various incentives and resources. It provides financial incentives for implementing energy-efficient upgrades and improvements, such as lighting retrofits, HVAC upgrades, and energy-efficient equipment installations. Additionally, the program offers technical assistance, rebates, and educational resources to support businesses in Read More
Does your succession plan consist of crossing your fingers and hoping people never retire? Are your standard operating procedures living in the minds of a few experienced employees? Do you wish you could implement a mentoring or coaching program but don’t know how or feel resistance from all sides? In today's workforce, harnessing the tribal Read More
Many businesses and organizations are looking to lower their energy costs and often installing solar is a consideration. However, understanding the process, where to go, what the costs are, or not knowing what to ask can hinder businesses from exploring further. What are my first steps? Are there incentives? How much will it cost? How Read More
