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Optimizing Production in the Age of Digital Transformation

Today’s Markets are no longer satisfied with “standard” products and services. Manufacturers are increasingly driven to produce smaller quantities of a wider variety of products – and to do it Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, innovation, operations, supply chain

Factory of the Future – Optimizing the Plant for Industrial Transformation

The Factory of the future (FoF) is a key part of every industrial transformation (IX) program. It delivers the systems needed in the factory to support IX technology, process and Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, innovation, operations, Planning & Forcasting

Take Control of Your Manufacturing Operations

Running a production manufacturing facility brings multiple levels of complexity that need to be managed in order to remain profitable. Whether it’s responding to your customers’ changing demands or just Read More

Tagged With: cloud, cloud computing, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, operations, process improvement

The Future of Manufacturing: Transformational Technology & Your Workforce

Manufacturers are implementing new technologies such as artificial intelligence, advanced automation, and data analytics to transform their operations now and for the future. While these technologies drive increased operational efficiencies Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, innovation, operations, process improvement, technology and IIOT

AI and the Revolution of Logistics, Mobility and Manufacturing

It’s no secret that artificial intelligence and automation have been a hot topic within every sector of the supply ecosystem. In only a few years, rapidly advancing technologies have transformed Read More

Tagged With: Automation, Continuous Improvement, Logistics, operations, Supply Chain Technology, technology and IIOT

Modern ERP Trends Manufacturers Can’t Afford to Ignore

According to a 2019 Mint Jutras Enterprise Solution Survey of Manufacturers, 29% are considering a new ERP system in the next 2 years, and 33% are undecided—meaning, they likely recognize Read More

Tagged With: cloud, cloud computing, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, operations

Tools to Navigate the Changing Workforce in Manufacturing

You probably know the saying “change is the only constant.” Well, that couldn’t be truer during this unique time in operations, where: 50% of facility managers are expected to retire Read More

Tagged With: Change, Continuous Imnprovement, engagement, Management, operations, Recruiting / Retention, talent

Data Visualization: How You Can Take Analytics to the Next Level

With the right tools and strategies in analytics, you can leverage the data you are collecting to deliver better cost and productivity efficiencies in your business. All manufacturers collect and Read More

Tagged With: advanced manufacturing, Budgeting & Reporting, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, operations, Planning & Forecasting, Software & Systems

Kick-Starting Your Modern Maintenance Program

Do any of these sound like you? I’ve got no real maintenance management system. I never have and am intimidated about where to get started. I’ve got a system, but Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Lean Manufacturing, maintenance, operations, Production Equipment

The Economic and Strategic Benefits of Cloud ERP

Based on research from Computer Economics, organizations that have fully or largely migrated their ERP and other solutions to the cloud spend less on IT as a percentage of revenue and on Read More

Tagged With: advanced manufacturing, cloud, cloud computing, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, operations, Software and Systems

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Northway Industries, Inc.

“Through the Winning Teams program, we increased throughput in our laminate cleaning/inspection area by 18%, which also shortened the time for us to respond to vendors about defective products and t… Read more

Northway Industries, Inc.


Rockland Manufacturing Co.

“We’re very pleased with the results of the training. It was a great way to break the ice regarding a systemic change in one of our oldest and most experience facilities. By training on change man… Read more

Bo PrattPresidentRockland Manufacturing Co.


Pik Rite, Inc.

The IMC and its staff have played an integral part in the success of Pik Rite’s Continuous Improvement culture as well as directly influencing more efficient production and operations. The proof is … Read more

Caleb ThomasProduct Line ManagerPik Rite, Inc.


NuVisions Center

We are a small organization and do not have IT staff. Before we found IMC, the task to implement CMMC seemed almost insurmountable. With their help, the process was no longer overwhelming, and we were… Read more

Terry KnouseVice President of OperationsNuVisions Center


SilcoTek

5 Whys, SIPOC, Value Stream Maps, etc. are great ways to visualize problems that are difficult to pinpoint.

Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


Prysmian Group

The attendees of both training programs came away energized and eager to apply their new skills in training, coaching and communications. There is broad consensus that these skills should continue to … Read more

Jeanette WraggTraining ManagerPrysmian Group


Nittany Paper Mills, Inc.

We make investments where and when our workforce is skilled and ready.  The training was a solid foundation for supervisor development.

Steve PrentissVice President of Human ResourcesNittany Paper Mills, Inc.


QCast Aluminum

The Value Stream Mapping exercise conducted by the IMC enabled us to visually see the overall production process and the areas we needed to target for improvement. Without this process, QCast may not … Read more

Terry ArnoldGeneral ManagerQCast Aluminum


Lang’s Chocolates

IMC’s resource consultant’s background and knowledge were so relevant, and his delivery set a solid foundation upon which we could build for our re-certification as well.

Robert LangOwnerLang’s Chocolates


Metal Integrity

“IMC has been an excellent resource for us to accomplish objectives that we would not have been able to achieve on our own. We would highly recommend any company taking full advantage of the services … Read more

Marc DagataPresidentMetal Integrity




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Central Susquehanna WSCM School Honored at Statewide Manufacturing Awards

As Central Susquehanna WSCM’s Best of PA nominees, Mount Carmel Area and Huntingdon Area Middle Schools recently joined IMC’s Lauri Moon, Manager of the Central Susquehanna WSCM program, at the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® …

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What’s So Cool About Manufacturing Video Contest Announces 2025 Central Susquehanna Awards

IMC is excited to announce the award recipients for the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” (WSCM) Central Susquehanna student video contest awards.  The annual awards ceremony was held April 23rd at The Venue at Liberty …

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IMC Announces the Release of its Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll Results

We are pleased to announce the results of our Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll. This initiative aimed to gather insights from regional manufacturers regarding the potential impact of proposed tariffs on the region’s manufacturing sector. We …

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