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Enhancing Success: Why Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA) Are for Everyone

November 25, 2024

In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, many companies are doing exceptionally well, delivering high-quality products on time and on budget. Yet, even the most successful manufacturers can benefit from continuous improvement. […]

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NCDMM Announces Leadership Transition at AMIIC: Jamie White Appointed Senior Director

October 17, 2024

JOHNSTOWN, PA – The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) announced today that John Schmitt, founding Executive Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Integration Center (AMIIC) located […]

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Shifting Perspectives: Why MRA Is Not Another Audit for Your Manufacturing Process

October 2, 2024

Addressing the Misconception In the world of manufacturing, there’s often confusion between Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA) and traditional audits. While audits typically focus on compliance and regulatory adherence, which can […]

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Level: Bridging the Gap Between MRA and MRL in Manufacturing

September 30, 2024

In the dynamic field of manufacturing, comprehending your process’s readiness and maturity is vital. Two essential concepts in this regard are Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA) and Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL). […]

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UAH to Partner with Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Integration Center (AMIIC)

September 24, 2024

Agreement will bolster North Alabama talent pipeline for defense, aerospace, and industrial trades The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), part of The University of Alabama System, announced today that […]

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Manufacturing Hurdles: Why Your Small Business Needs an MRA Now

August 8, 2024

Small and medium-sized manufacturers and startups often face a myriad of challenges, such as production delays, quality issues, and supply chain disruptions. These issues, coupled with workforce training and availability, […]

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Workforce Development: Army Partners with Huntsville City Schools to Modernize Future Workforce

May 23, 2024

Problem Closing the Education-Workforce Gap: Preparing Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Leaders. Because the nation’s future success relies on a highly-skilled, technologically capable workforce, the next generation of workers must be prepared for […]

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Small Business Collaboration: Meets Urgent Warfighter Hardware Demand

May 23, 2024

Problem Invariant Corporation’s Rapid Response Challenge: Meeting Urgent Warfighter Hardware Demands. Invariant Corporation, a small business known for its extensive experience in custom hardware and sensor development, takes pride in […]

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Manufacturing Training: Aviation and Missile Command (AvMC) Workforce

May 21, 2024

Problem The U.S. Army’s Workforce Challenge: Meeting Aviation & Missile Weapon System Customer Needs. The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) is focused on strategically developing its workforce but […]

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500k by 2025: Tackling Alabama’s Skills Gap

January 29, 2024

The clock is ticking. Alabama faces a critical challenge – the job market is evolving rapidly, and Alabama does not have enough skilled workers to fill the industry’s labor needs […]

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