For medical parts manufacturers, quality inspection is critical. Liability for defects, inconsistent quality, fluctuating supplier costs, increased globalization and device regulations all pose challenges for the industry.

Quality is often misunderstood. More specifically, the benefits of a well implemented quality management system (QMS) are not universally known and appreciated, and that can cost lives. Conversely, when executives and manufacturing personnel understand the benefits of a QMS, patient outcomes improve, the quality of life is enhanced, and manufacturers prosper.

Medical product manufacturers—including producers of medical devices and plastic medical components—are in the some of the most competitive segments of manufacturing. And many of them are growing 10% a year or faster than their peers, according to a recent survey of 151 North American manufacturers conducted by research firm Decision Analyst on behalf of IQMS.

Indiana's employers are investing heavily in automation and manufacturing efficiency.

Iatalese answered the audience’s questions about the challenges related to international trade that she had faced and how she overcame them.

Manufacturers open their doors and minds to show students, teachers and parents the truths about modern manufacturing.

Industry leaders come together to increase visibility and interest in modern manufacturing through interactive augmented reality experience.

Women make up nearly one-third of the manufacturing industry workforce today.

Success of the industry again produces record numbers for VISION 2018.

Manufacturing Day gives manufacturers the opportunity to address the skills gaps they face, connect with future generations, take charge of the public image of manufacturing and ensure the ongoing prosperity of the industry as a whole