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MEP Success Stories from Washington

Consultant and Training Opportunities Help Seafood Startup Company Safely Find Its Way to Retail Stores

Reported Year

2022

In addition to its USDA certification, Harmony Fresh Seafoods also needed a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) certification to obtain the ability to move into the Ready To Eat distribution model that allows for retail distribution of products. Harmony Fresh Seafoods connected with Impact Washington, part of the MEP National Network™, for help

Lean Transformation Helps Performance Component Manufacturer Reinforce Its Best-in-Class Commitment to Customers

Reported Year

2022

ZEV has built its business with the philosophy that anything it makes must be the best in class. However, ZEV was facing inefficiencies, which were triggering delays. The breakdowns at the manufacturing level involved poor information flow and slow material replenishment at work cells. There also were issues with the movement of work in process

Construction Products Manufacturer Enhances Performance by Applying Lean Thinking and Continuous Improvement Practices

Reported Year

2022

Richard sought outside guidance in helping him gauge the productivity of Sound Building Supply for more modern manufacturing practices, better operational decision-making, and future investment decisions to move the business forward and be sustainable for years to come.

Customized Safety Management System Helps Food Distributor Protect Both Workers and Equipment During Sizable Expansions

Reported Year

2021

S&J’s expansion will increase S&J’s manufacturing capacity and distribution capability to keep pace with continued growth. The U.S. Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) helped with funding and provided a $12,500 grant to the company to get the project off the ground. The money was explicitly used to hire Impact Washington, part of the MEP

Business Assessment Provides Clarity to PYI, Inc., on Organizational Priorities During Unprecedented Time

Reported Year

2021

PYI, Inc. approached Impact Washington, part of the MEP National Network™, asking for helping in overcoming challenges due to COVID-19. The most significant problem was a projected reduction in sales because of their inability to reach customers through their primary method, tradeshows.

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