Overcoming Warehousing & Distribution Challenges: How to Maximize Performance with CMTC’s Tailored Solutions
Today's warehouses and distributors face many challenges such as overcrowded spaces, inconsistent order processing, and rising labor costs. To help these businesses navigate their current challenges, CMTC provides a tailored approach to help boost productivity, optimize storage, and reduce costs. By partnering with CMTC, warehouses and distributors can achieve significant, sustainable improvements in efficiency and operational excellence.
CMTC's Services & Benefits Include:
Strategic Planning & Succession Planning
Leadership Coaching & Staff Development
ASCM Training & Certification Courses
Continuous Process Improvement & Standardization
Procurement Performance Programs
Warehouse Space Optimization Assessments
Storage, Handling, and Order Picking System Design & Improvement
Celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month with CMTC's No-Cost Cybersecurity Training Series
Celebrate the 21st Cybersecurity Awareness Month with CMTC and CASCADE! CMTC and CASCADE are excited to announce a new 14-part cybersecurity training series designed specifically for California manufacturers. Taking place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT, this no-cost series is intended to equip your entire team with the knowledge and skills necessary to work together and build a robust defense against cyber threats.
This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, take a proactive step towards a more secure future for your manufacturing business — click here to sign up today!
Upcoming Webinars
Business Transformation Series - Part VI & VII: Building a Safer Workplace through Practical Approaches & Proven Programs
Part VI Topic: Effective Safety Practices to Mitigate Risk Date/Time: November 5th @ 11:00 AM PT
Part VII Topic: Implementing Successful Safety Programs Date/Time: November 12th @ 11:00 AM PT
Parts VI and VII of CMTC’s “Business Transformation” series are meant to provide businesses with the tools and strategies necessary to mitigate risk and build a strong safety culture. The first webinar in this safety sub-series focuses on practical measures such as improving temporary worker safety, conducting thorough audits, and implementing impactful training programs. The second webinar highlights real-world examples of leadership-driven safety cultures, behavior-based safety strategies, and effective return-to-work programs.
Session 3 Topic: Looking for Procurement Opportunities Date/Time: November 5th @ 1:00 PM PT
Session 4 Topic: Introduction to Certifications Date/Time: November 12th @ 1:00 PM PT
The purpose of this masterclass series is to give small business owners the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to succeed in government contracting and procurement opportunities. Participants will gain insights into the procurement process, learn how to create effective capability statements, identify procurement opportunities, understand certifications, and access capital for procurement initiatives.
Our new Webinar Library is a one-stop-shop for all CMTC webinar content — old and new. Including helpful filters like Upcoming, On Demand, Trending, and Most Viewed, you can easily find and view our webinars with the touch of a button!
CMTC Business Development Manager Kathy McIntyre & CMTC Senior Client Advisor Doug Waterman with students at Bakersfield College MFG Day
CMTC Client Advisor Amanda Cheyney accepting a MFG Day/MFG Month Certificate of Recognition from the Mayor of the City of Oceanside, Esther Sanchez
Manufacturing Day took place on Friday, October 4th; however, events will continue throughout the month. In fact, over 3,000 events are planned across all 50 states and Puerto Rico, with more than 325,000 students, parents, and community members participating.
The U.S. needs to prepare a new generation of workers to fill future manufacturing job openings. Based on a study by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte, the National Association of Manufacturers predicts that manufacturers will need to fill 4.6 million jobs by 2028.
To attract young people, we must change outdated views that manufacturing is dark, dirty, and declining. Future workers need to see the real opportunities, modern working conditions, and excellent pay offered by manufacturing careers. Fortunately, MFG Day/Month provides a chance for people to experience the industry firsthand!
The Future of Reshoring: Building a Stronger & More Resilient Manufacturing Base
The process of bringing production back home is gaining momentum as companies reconsider many of the previous benefits of offshoring. For years, offshoring was seen as a strategy to cut costs, but today, in light of geopolitical risks and troubled shipping lanes, reshoring offers more than just financial incentives. It presents an opportunity to strengthen local economies, improve supply chain resilience, and enhance long-term competitiveness. However, the path to successful reshoring is not without its challenges. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the most critical factors to bringing business back to the States...
A Closer Look at ISO 13485 for Medical Device & Equipment Manufacturing
The medical device manufacturing industry is full of regulations. Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide have input on the devices that save lives and assist doctors, and for good reason. But there’s an important standard that helps companies do more than just demonstrate certification to medical industry requirements. ISO 13485 adoption helps companies enhance their product consistency and reliability and boost their professional reputation. In this blog, we’ll explain some key points that you need to know about this complex yet invaluable standard...
CMTC recently provided strategic marketing assistance to water purification systems manufacturer Pure Lab Solutions to help the company stand out in the market. CMTC assessed Pure Lab Solutions’ needs, goals, and challenges and proposed strategic changes to the company’s marketing efforts in order to optimize business growth. To help Pure Lab Solutions establish a new brand identity, CMTC assisted in the creation of various collateral materials, including: a sales brochure, a new website, tradeshow booth assets, vehicle wraps, and updated company graphics — all to strengthen Pure Lab Solutions’ competitive edge in the market. With the help of CMTC, Pure Lab Solutions’ new brand identity led to increased visibility and engagement. In turn, Pure Lab Solutions was able to add one job, achieve cost savings of $13,000, and invest $13,000 back into the company. “After working with CMTC, we are now well positioned for future growth including increased sales and new hires. It has been a great experience and we appreciate CMTC’s ongoing professionalism,” said CEO & Co-Founder Pam Wammes. Currently, CMTC continues to support Pure Lab Solutions’ business goals by providing employee training as well as continual access to valuable resources, programs, and expert guidance.
Supply chain disruptions caused by weather events such as hurricanes, floods, or wildfires can lead to delayed shipments, damaged goods, and operational shutdowns. All of these disruptions highlight the importance of building resilience into supply chains. To mitigate the impact, companies can adopt strategies such as diversifying suppliers across different regions, maintaining safety stock of critical materials, and using predictive analytics to monitor weather patterns and adjust logistics plans accordingly. By investing in flexible sourcing and establishing contingency plans, businesses can minimize downtime and ensure a more continuous flow of goods — even in the face of extreme weather conditions.
Looking to expand your supply chain and grow your sales? The MEP National Network has several exciting supplier scouting opportunities available right now!
Click here to explore the current openings and find your next customer. To apply or to receive more information on any of the open opportunities, contact CMTC Supply Chain Consultant Barbara Weg at bweg@cmtc.com.
Made in California Showcase
Today’s customers are looking for American-made products because they associate them with quality. In fact, research studies have revealed that 60% of Americans are willing to pay more for products made here at home. There’s no cost to join the other 1,500-plus Made in CA members, just click here to sign up.
This Month's Featured Manufacturers
SMART BUMPER STICKER INC | INKRABBIT PRINTWORKS
TERA ENGINEERING CO. | PHENOTYPE PHARMACEUTICALS
Every month, CMTC is proud to showcase manufacturers participating in the Made in CA Program. Featured companies appear in order from when they qualified for and joined the Program. Each week, one of this month's featured manufacturers is promoted on the Made in CA social media sites, giving each company more visibility.
