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Manufacturing Innovation Blog

Jennifer Kurtz

Jennifer Kurtz is the Cyber Program Director at Manufacturer’s Edge, the MEP Center in Colorado, and a representative of the MEP National Network. Jennifer works with entrepreneurs in the manufacturing sector to build sustainable business practices and achieve compliance with information security standards.

Securing Internet-Connected Medical Devices

October 22, 2020

Lions and Tigers and Bears — Oh My! Upon arrival in an unfamiliar landscape in The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy observed, “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas

20 Cybersecurity Statistics Manufacturers Can’t Ignore

February 27, 2020

Cybersecurity threats are a huge business risk for all companies. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) — including manufacturers — are especially vulnerable

5 Frequently Asked Questions Among Manufacturers about Government Cybersecurity Requirements

March 29, 2019

According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, manufacturing is the second most targeted industry based on the number of reported cyberattacks. Further

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Manufacturing Innovation, the blog of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), is a resource for manufacturers, industry experts and the public on key U.S. manufacturing topics. There are articles for those looking to dive into new strategies emerging in manufacturing as well as useful information on tools and opportunities for manufacturers.

The views presented here are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or policies of NIST.

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