LEVERAGING OPPORTUNITIES TO DRIVE MANUFACTURING SUCCESS

With a legacy of manufacturing leadership and a relentless drive to push boundaries, Wisconsin is poised to define the future of manufacturing, not only in what we produce but in how we produce it. By embracing change and adopting new technology, Wisconsin manufacturers can help maintain the state’s industry excellence by improving productivity, increasing global competitiveness and accelerating innovation.

But it will require a concerted and collaborative effort. That’s why WEDC and its partners are helping manufacturers throughout the state take advantage of new opportunities by leveraging technology and proven industry best practices.

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INDUSTRY RESOURCES

As manufacturing across all industries experiences unprecedented transformation, WEDC works with statewide partners to offer solutions to help you improve productivity, accelerate technology adoption and strengthen global competitiveness. Connect with the following resources to get started:

CONNECTED SYSTEMS INSTITUTE

Focused on IoT, data systems and the connections between hardware and software processes, CSI helps support small-midsize manufacturers as they integrate operations and process into a connected enterprise. UW-Milwaukee launched this multidisciplinary collaboration with partners including Rockwell Automation, Microsoft, Ansys and other industry leaders.

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TRANSFORMATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY INITIATIVE

This program of the Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership (WMEP) offers a set of tools and delivery systems to help manufacturers assess and prioritize actions to increase productivity, from basic process improvements to automation and digital technology integration.

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WISCONSIN SUPPLIER NETWORK

The Wisconsin Supplier Network (WSN) is an online directory platform designed to connect suppliers and service providers to new business growth opportunities. Companies that are expanding or relocating to Wisconsin can use WSN to identify a local supply chain, while companies already based in Wisconsin rely on WSN to source new services or products.

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FABRICATION LABORATORIES GRANT

This grant program allows public schools to purchase equipment, such as 3D printers, laser engravers and plasma cutters, and expand labs in support of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. Through Fab Labs, students are equipped with skills that are in high demand in the job market, helping us all thrive in today’s global economy.

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Finding opportunities in the present crisis

By Buckley Brinkman It’s been a frenetic two weeks for me. How about you? All of us started by making sure our loved ones and those close to us were safe and as healthy as was possible.