The MEP National Network equips U.S. manufacturers with the tools and resources necessary to be competitive in today’s rapidly changing marketplace. With MEP Centers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, U.S. manufacturers have easy access to comprehensive, proven solutions. In fiscal year (FY) 2023, the Network interacted with more than 36,000 manufacturers.
NIST MEP leverages over $100 million dollars of federal investment into a nearly $300 million dollar Program by teaming with industry as well as state and local organizations. The MEP National NetworkTM provides access to a range of resources meeting the critical and often unique needs of America's manufacturers. This overview shows the MEP Program's economic impact.
The NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership Advisory Board collaborates to prepare annual reports about U.S. manufacturing and the impacts manufacturing has on overall U.S. economy. Click on the links below to read annual reports.