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MEP is a public-private partnership with Centers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico dedicated to serving small and medium-sized manufacturers. Last year, MEP Centers interacted with 26,313 manufacturers, leading to $12.6 billion in sales, $1.7 billion in cost savings, $3.5 billion in new client investments, and helped create and retain more than 100,000 jobs.
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For the past 30 years, the MEP National NetworkTM has equipped small and medium-sized manufacturers with the resources needed to grow and thrive. Our industry experts work side-by-side with manufacturers to reduce costs, improve efficiencies, develop the next generation workforce, create new products, find new markets and much more. Together, they strengthen communities and U.S. manufacturing. Watch More Videos


 

 

MANUFACTURING INNOVATION BLOG

Building Strong Relationships to Face Challenges, Make the Most of Opportunities

Building Strong Relationships to Face Challenges, Make the Most of Opportunities

July 12, 2018

McKinsey forecasts that U.S. manufacturing could boost annual manufacturing value added by up to $530 billion (20 percent) over current trends by 2025 — that is, if the manufacturing sector is prepared to capitalize on the coming changes, such as advances in manufacturing technology. “Given the importance of manufacturing to the broader economy, capturing these opportunities should be a national priority,” the report stated.

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  • MEP Headquarters
    mfg@nist.gov
    (301) 975-5020
    100 Bureau Drive, M/S 4800
    Gaithersburg, MD 20899-4800