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Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)

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Supply Chains: Powering U.S. Manufacturing Infographic

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Supply Chain flexibility, capability and responsiveness are important benefits for competitive advantage. This infographic shows how supply chains power U.S. Manufacturing by promoting a better flow of product from suppliers to customers resulting in reduced costs, improved quality and shortened lead times.

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If you would like to request a specific size of the infographic, please send your request to mfg [at] nist.gov (subject: Supply%20Chain%20Infographic, body: ) (mfg[at]nist[dot]gov).

Publication Date: July 2015

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  • MEP Headquarters
    (301) 975-5020
    100 Bureau Drive, M/S 4800
    Gaithersburg, MD 20899-4800
Created July 13, 2015, Updated May 27, 2026
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