Supplier Scouting Opportunities: Boost Your Sales with New Partnerships!
Looking to expand your supply chain and grow your sales? The MEP National Network (MEPNN) has several exciting supplier scouting opportunities (SSOs) available right now!
MEPNN's supplier scouting service leverages our extensive relationships and knowledge of U.S. manufacturing capabilities, allowing us to identify U.S. manufacturers with specific production and technical capabilities and connect them to new customers in the supply chains of larger companies and government agencies.
These partnerships can help you tap into new markets and the supplier connections could be the key to accelerating your business growth. Click here to explore the current openings and find your next customer.Note: You do not have to be an exact match to apply!
To apply or to receive more information on any of the open opportunities, contact CMTC Supply Chain Consultant Barbara Weg at bweg@cmtc.com.
Calling All California Manufacturers:
Strengthen Your Cybersecurity at No Cost!
CMTC and CASCADE are excited to announce a new 14-part cybersecurity training series designed specifically for California manufacturers. Starting September 19th and ending November 5th, these trainings will be delivered 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.
Don't miss this valuable opportunity to:
Gain insights into the tactics and techniques used by cybercriminals
Learn best practices for network security, data protection, & incident response
Understand your responsibilities when handling sensitive information (CUI)
Prepare for ransomware attacks & other evolving threats
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 III, IV, & V: Continuous Improvement as the Blueprint for Sustained Success
Part III Topic: Introduction to Operational Best Practices via Continuous Improvement Date: Thursday, September 19th Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM PT
Part IV Topic: Problem Solving & Implementation to Achieve Your Continuous Improvement Goals Date: Thursday, September 26th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM PT
Part V Topic: Key Tools for Continuous Improvement Date: Wednesday, October 2nd
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Parts III, IV, and V of CMTC’s “Business Transformation” series are designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to embed Continuous Improvement into your organization’s DNA. By the end of this “Continuous Improvement” sub-series, you will gain a robust understanding of how to drive sustained operational excellence, tackle complex challenges, and apply effective tools and methodologies that deliver measurable results for your business.
Resources to Grow Your Manufacturing, Warehousing or Distribution Business Brought to you by PACE
(Pacific Asian Consortium In Employment)
Date: Tuesday, September 24th Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM PT
During this webinar, CMTC will share how you can tap into expert assistance to enhance sales, profitability, and productivity, while saving money. Don't miss this opportunity to discover valuable resources, programs, and custom solutions designed to elevate your business!
Manufacturing Month CA 2024 Is Right Around the Corner...
The manufacturing industry is having a particularly challenging time finding and retaining skilled workers. By 2030, manufacturers in America will need to fill 4 million jobs. This means that attracting and retaining the right employees is more important than ever. So, open your doors this MFG Month CA, showcase the potential of modern manufacturing, and foster interest in manufacturing careers at your facility!
Cybersecurity Awareness Month — celebrated every October — was created in 2004 as a collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure every American has the resources they need to be safe and secure online.
NIST has partnered with other federal agencies to help raise awareness about cybersecurity and engage with public and private sector partners through events and initiatives to raise awareness about cybersecurity, provide them with tools and resources needed to stay safe online, and increase the resiliency of the Nation in the event of a cyber incident. Interested in getting involved? Click here to learn how!
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Navigating Cal/OSHA’s New Indoor Workplace Heat Illness Prevention Standards
Cal/OSHA recently established a new set of rules in response to the growing number of heat-related worker injuries and fatalities: Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment. These rules will impact many California industries, especially manufacturing. Businesses affected by the new Cal/OSHA heat illness prevention standards will be required to develop written heat illness prevention plans, adhere to certain workplace requirements, and train workers on the dangers of heat illness...
Upskilling California’s Workforce: Turnkey Access To Training Funding To Benefit Your Team
Did you know that the State of California offers a number of incentives and resources to support CA manufacturers with job skills training? The Employment Training Panel (ETP), a long-time partner of CMTC, provides funding to employers to help upgrade worker skills through training, leading to higher quality, efficiency, and cost savings as well as to greater job satisfaction and employee retention...
SFMade, a CMTC California’s Manufacturing Network Partner located in San Francisco, recently engaged with Kefir Lab, a probiotic kefirs and shots manufacturer. SFMade helped Kefir Lab find a manufacturing facility and connected them with legal assistance to help Kefir Lab negotiate their lease, saving the company hundreds of dollars a month. SFMade also provided strategic guidance to Kefir Lab to help them define their brand persona, identify their values and beliefs, and establish clear boundaries of who they were as a company – and equally important – who they were not. With the guidance and support of SFMade, Kefir Lab now has a sustainable environment to produce their products and continue innovating as well as a firm brand identity to help them better position themselves to stand out in their marketplace. Since working with SFMade, Kefir Lab has increased their sales by $250,000, retained 2 jobs, and reinvested $110,000 back into the business.
Missed the SB 553 Compliance Deadline? CMTC Has You Covered!
Have you missed the July 1st compliance deadline for California's new employment law (Senate Bill 553)? Don't worry, we can help you! Our goal at CMTC is to make sure the manufacturers we serve understand the most updated compliance measures and enforce them effectively to protect their employees and avoid non-compliance fines.
To help California manufacturers with SB 553, CMTC is offering custom compliance plans. Click here to sign up for a no-cost consultation with our HR experts and start ensuring your legal compliance today!
Limited-Time Workforce Development Funding Available to California Manufacturers
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, staying competitive requires a skilled and adaptable workforce. CMTC has secured limited-time state funding to help eligible California manufacturers offset the cost of high-quality, customized workforce training in areas such as:
Continuous Improvement
Computer Skills
Sales & Marketing
Manufacturing Skills
Leadership & Team Skills
Whatever your training needs are, CMTC will partner with your organization to help you define a plan and execute your vision!
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
SQUARE DEAL MATTRESS FACTORY | STREETS AHEAD INC
OSI CREATIVE | SOLVD HEALTH
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.
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