TMEP - Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership

"For over 60 years, Tennessee MEP has been the trusted partner for small to medium-sized Tennessee manufacturers, boosting productivity, profitability, and competitiveness. Our expert team, with decades of manufacturing experience, understands the challenges faced by manufacturers today." Watch the video below to learn more about us and visit https://lnkd.in/d5Cq6aKT UT Center for Industrial Services, Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) #manufacturing #mepnationalnetwork #mepnn University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service University of Tennessee System

🌟 Check out the newly released CESMII event schedule 🌟 The Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership and Tennessee Manufacturing and Design Enterprise (TN-MADE) are proud to partner with CESMII to bring their Smart Manufacturing Roadshow to Knoxville. March 12th, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST 2030 Valley Vista Road, Knoxville, TN 👉 Register HERE: https://bit.ly/TNMFGDATA Danny Norman, M.E., M.B.A., UT Center for Industrial Services

Invest in Your Workforce with Tooling U-SME Online Training! In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, training and developing employees is essential for staying competitive. The Tooling U-SME Online Training Program offers a comprehensive solution to upskill your workforce with over 500 expert-designed courses covering key manufacturing topics such as machining, maintenance, safety, quality, and leadership. Many modules are also available in Spanish, ensuring accessibility for a diverse workforce. Additionally, certification programs help employees gain industry-recognized credentials to advance their careers and boost company performance. Empower your team with the skills they need to drive success— 🌟 learn more about Tooling U-SME today at https://lnkd.in/etc_VZMS

🌟 Upcoming NO COST Workforce Development Workshop in Nashville 🌟 Join us in Nashville on March 21 for our NO COST Optimized people Development Workshop taught by Tim Waldo‼️ The Optimized People Development System (PDS) promotes a systems-thinking approach that helps organizations assess and improve the processes they use to find, train, and retain people. A PDS consists of five functional areas – training, recruiting, onboarding, retention, and performance management. The challenge is to operate a reliable PDS that provides the organization with a competitive advantage in a volatile labor market. 👉 REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/d3bbXxTE Learn more about the Optimized People Development System at https://lnkd.in/dNkTSTXY #OptimizedPDS #manufacturing #workforcedevelopment #training #MEPNN UT Center for Industrial Services Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)

As advanced technologies continue to reshape the factory floor, understanding the importance of integrating cybersecurity with these technologies is no longer optional—it's imperative. This infographic delves into the differences in security priorities between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT), and how to manage cybersecurity where they meet. Traditionally, the physical world of machinery and industrial equipment (OT) and the digital world encompassing servers, networking, and data processing (IT) operated in isolation, with limited interaction. Today this dynamic is quickly changing. With the convergence of OT/IT, manufacturers need to implement segmentation and cybersecurity measures to protect their company and their customers. 🌟 Learn more about how TMEP can help up your cybersecurity at https://lnkd.in/dAFCu35w Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) #manufacturing #cybersecurity #smartmanufacturing #MEPNN

The Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership (TMEP) was proud to attend the Southeastern Supply Chain Summit on February 17-18 in Starkville, MS! This year’s theme, "Staying Alive in 2025: Elevate Your Supply Chain Strategy," sparked insightful discussions on tackling today’s biggest supply chain challenges and driving innovation across industries. Over two days, our team connected with supply chain leaders, engaged in thought-provoking panel discussions, and explored strategies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness. From reshoring initiatives to additive manufacturing breakthroughs, the summit provided valuable takeaways for manufacturers across the Southeast. A huge thank you to our fellow Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers from Alabama Technology Network, Manufacturing Extension Partnership of Louisiana, and Mississippi Manufacturers Association, the incredible speakers, and all the industry professionals who made this event a success! We’re excited to bring these insights back to Tennessee and continue supporting manufacturers in strengthening their supply chains. Let’s keep the momentum going—how is your company preparing to stay ahead in 2025 and beyond? Drop a comment below! 👇 #SupplyChainSummit #TennesseeMEP #SupplyChainInnovation #ManufacturingExcellence #MEPNN #Manufacturing

🦾 Strengthen Your Supply Chain with Local & Reliable Suppliers At TMEP, we help manufacturers connect with domestic suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience, reduce lead times, and improve operational efficiency. Whether you're sourcing raw materials, components, or specialized services, our expert team can identify the right partners for your needs. 🔹 Find Reliable U.S.-Based Suppliers 🔹 Reduce Supply Chain Risks & Delays 🔹 Optimize Costs & Improve Efficiency 💡 Need Supplier Support? Let Us Help! 🔗 Connect with an Expert: https://lnkd.in/eXNdVNEn 👉 Learn more about how TMEP can help you strengthen your supply chain at : https://lnkd.in/e2UM2hig

Technology for Energy, Cybersecurity & AS9100 Oh My! Success Story 🌟 - Technology for Energy Corp. (TEC) is a manufacturer of diagnostic instruments for multiple industries including the aviation, electric power, nuclear, and materials testing industries and is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The client needed to establish a quality management system that adhered to the AS9100D standard to continue to serve clients in the defense and aerospace markets and to seek out and serve new clients in this market as well. This part of the engagement with TEC was led by TEC’s Tim Smith, a key project engineering manager. TEC turned to Tennessee MEP, part of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), for help. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dyAB4XpY UT Center for Industrial Services #manufacturing #mepnn #Cybersecurity #AS9100

Unlock the Potential of Reshoring for U.S. Manufacturers As global supply chain disruptions and rising costs continue to impact manufacturing, reshoring presents a strategic opportunity for businesses to regain control, reduce risks, and strengthen domestic operations. Our comprehensive guide, How U.S. Manufacturers Can Take Advantage of Reshoring, walks manufacturers through the critical steps of reshoring, from evaluating the decision to developing supply chain resilience. Key topics include: ✅ Identifying when reshoring makes sense for your business ✅ Finding and partnering with domestic suppliers ✅ Closing gaps in the supply chain with smart investments ✅ Leveraging reshoring to build stronger, value-driven relationships ✅ Positioning small and medium-sized manufacturers as suppliers of choice With expert insights and practical steps, this guide empowers manufacturers to navigate the reshoring landscape and seize new growth opportunities. Download now to start building a more resilient and competitive manufacturing strategy 👉 https://lnkd.in/dCKCWPms Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), UT Center for Industrial Services #manufacturing #supplychain #reshoring #MEPNN #mepnationalnetwork #freeguide

What’s the biggest challenge your business faces in adopting new technology❓ Vote in our poll 👇 Learn more about how TMEP can help your business adopt new technology here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dVtQEtjX