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MEP Success Stories from Maryland

Maryland Supplier Connectivity Forum

Reported Year
2023
Textron Systems was looking for opportunities to diversify its supplier base and mitigate risks by connecting with local Maryland-based manufacturers in response to the ongoing disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic. By localizing its supplier base Textron Systems hoped to decrease lead times and establish stronger relationships with suppliers to

Raising Awareness and Creating Opportunity Through Connection

Reported Year
2022
In response to the high demand for COVID-19 Test Kits, Ellume built and commissioned a world-class production space in Frederick to include the use of technology, automation and a strong workforce to quickly and efficiently produce testing kits. Ellume is committed to global growth as well as expanding a strong domestic presence in the United

Maryland MEP Supporting Manufacturers Through the Maryland Supply Chain Resiliency Program

Reported Year
2022
COVID-19 created many challenges for Better Engineering and negatively impacted their supply chains. Additionally there was direct impact on the business caused by disruptions to customer operations. Constant price changes created discrepancies in pricing models, leaving workers unable to accurately quote customers affecting both profits and

Manufacturing Internship Program - Inspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturing Workers

Reported Year
2021
Strouse, like many manufacturers continues to look for new and innovative ways to ehance, improve and increase their workforce. In the summer of 2021, Strouse participated in Maryland MEP’s manufacturing internship program. The internship program is designed to support Maryland manufacturers with the cost of hiring, onboarding and training interns

Increased Capacity and Production through Lean Six Sigma Training

Reported Year
2022
Clene approached Maryland MEP, part of the MEP National Network™, for assistance in helping to improve processes, increase production and obtain a more standardized approach to production enabling the organization to scale effectively and efficiently.

Small Business Growth Through Expansion

Reported Year
2021
With a start in her home kitchen, Michele's Granola has grown steadily over the course of the last 15 years. During this time, the organization has scaled from a commercial kitchen to a small bakery and a move to their current facility which took place in 2015. Since that time, the organization has continually grown sales, new product lines and

Technology Driven Market Intelligence - A Pathway To New Markets

Reported Year
2021
With the MettleWood product in the final stages of laboratory testing, Inventwood sought the assistance of MD MEP, part of the MEP National Network™, to help define market opportunities, identify commercial applications and assist in the process of quantifying these opportunities for further development.

Cybersecurity Compliance - Strengthening the DOD Supply Chain

Reported Year
2021
As a DOD contractor, IR Tools is required to comply with the DFARS clause and NIST 800-171 cybersecurity requirements. As a manufacturer and supplier, IR had invested in protecting their data and systems, however they had not completed the process of the required certifications and compliance issues for the DOD. To ensure compliance, the company

Beyond HR - Webinars to Help Manufacturers Remain Open!

Reported Year
2020
COVD-19 has presented companies with never-before seen challenges, regulations, requirements and an overall concern for the safety of workers, families and team members. As a critical manufacturer for the construction supply industry, CanAm Steel USA sought the help of MD MEP, part of the MEP National Network™, to assist with providing guidance on

MD MEP Supplier Portal Helps Manufacturer Generate New Sales

Reported Year
2020
During challenging times, there is no choice but to rise to the occasion, find your creativity, and push forward. Like many businesses during the outbreak, Strategic Factory found ways to pivot from their traditional model of print, signage, branded apparel, promo products, and agency services to supply essential businesses with personal protective