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The manufacturing industry is grappling with a labor shortage as Baby Boomers retire, leaving a gap that younger workers aren’t filling. Strategic workforce planning, particularly through the "Six B's" approach, can help address this challenge.

If you’re looking to recruit more staff, a manufacturing boot camp may be the answer. Ranae Stewart is the Senior Executive Director of the Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership, part of the MEP National Network™️.

If you’re looking to see what top companies in quality are doing, read on.

If you’re looking to see what some top companies in quality are doing, read on.

Many work in teams, and some facilitate projects and improvements. This can be challenging without proper techniques. Effective facilitation combines processes with human factors, highlighting the importance of working with people.

If you’re looking to see what some top companies in quality are doing, here’s your chance.

Nearly half of engineering projects face scope creep, resulting in cost overruns and delays. Key causes include unclear requirements and regulatory changes. By using effective strategies, teams can mitigate these risks and keep projects on track.

Let’s talk about leadership and the positive trends in Pennsylvania and Maryland, where several companies are among our top five.

Quality 4.0 combines technologies like AI and IoT with quality management, enhancing real-time monitoring and decision-making. It supports continuous improvement in Lean Six Sigma, helping organizations achieve operational excellence and stay competitive.

Manufacturers are increasingly hiring second chance citizens—those with criminal records—due to their valuable skills and strong work ethic. Programs like Purdue’s Manufacturing Skills for Success (MS4S) provide training that helps these workers transition into manufacturing roles.