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As the Workforce Development Division of SME, our commitment to upskilling the manufacturing workforce is backed by a century of expertise and service to the industry and goes well beyond our training products.

By leveraging our industry knowledge and relationships with leading manufacturing, education, and workforce experts and organizations, we are able to develop a variety of resources covering industry challenges, best practices, and strategies for what's new and what's next.

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Building Inclusive Workplaces: How Aspiritech is Leading the Way

Aspiritech provides meaningful workforce development opportunities for autistic adults.

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Building the Future: How Lone Star College and NOV are Shaping Tomorrow's Manufacturing Workforce

Lone Star College and NOV are shaping the future of manufacturing by addressing workforce shortages through unique partnerships.

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Machine Shop Upskilling: Continuous Learning at Pindel Global Precision

Pindel Global Precision builds a skilled machine shop workforce through continuous learning. Discover steps to implement upskilling, access funding, and create a sustainable workforce driving

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Leveling the Smart Manufacturing Playing Field With IT/OT Convergence

Reap the benefits of smart manufacturing by embracing the convergence of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT).

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Smart Manufacturing: Elevating Quality Through Data Intelligence

The integration of Smart Manufacturing with Lean offers a practical and effective pathway to getting started

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Attracting the Next Generation Workforce With Smart Manufacturing

Attract the next generation workforce by adopting smart manufacturing

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Launching a Successful Smart Manufacturing Pilot Program

Small and medium-sized manufacturers are uniquely positioned to take the plunge into Smart Manufacturing.

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Demystifying Smart Manufacturing: Overcoming Roadblocks

Learn how building a culture of change is vital to overcoming project paralysis.

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A 5S Approach to Smart Manufacturing

Adapting familiar methodologies like 5S can create a solid foundation for starting a digital transformation.

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Year-in-Review: Unlocking Human Potential to Empower Manufacturing

Explore SME’s 2024 milestones as CEO Jeannine Kunz highlights workforce innovations, growth, and what’s ahead for empowering manufacturing talent and driving industry success.

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SME Announces New Workforce Development Award Program

The Workforce Development Innovation Award honors an organization that demonstrates exceptional commitment to developing a skilled manufacturing workforce by preparing them for in-demand jobs and

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Meeting the Workforce Pipeline Challenge

The SME Manufacturing Imperative – Workforce Pipeline Challenge partners with colleges to grow manufacturing workforce