Solutions 2009 - (Page 8) 8 TENNESSEE MANUFAcTURING EXTENSION PROGRAM The Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Program (TMEP) helps Tennessee manufacturers become more productive, profitable and competitive. Tennessee firms that might not be able to adopt technologies and methods due to time, personnel or cost constraints can receive affordable, expert technical assistance from TMEP. TMEP field consultants and manufacturing specialists bring their own expertise directly to your plant floor, plus the expertise of Tennessee universities, scientists from federal laboratories, partners from many departments in state government and industry professionals with specialized knowledge that can benefit your company. TMEP delivers practical, leading-edge assistance — quickly and affordably. Every day, TMEP helps Tennessee’s small- and mid-size companies join the ranks of world-class manufacturers. Our methods come from years of practical experience, and the results we produce are measurable and sustainable. TMEP’s clients are among the strongest manufacturing firms in the world. Our goal is to make your company a world-class operation. TMEP offers a wide variety of services to Tennessee’s manufacturing, industrial and business sectors, including: • • • • • • • • • • • • Business Growth of Top-Line Sales (new product development) Energy Management Environmental, Health and Safety Management • Emergency preparedness and response Human Performance Technology Lean Manufacturing • Transformation • Shingo Manufacturing Management and Operations Quality Management Six Sigma Entrepreneurial Business Growth and Development (SBIR and UTUC) Government Contract Procurement (PTAC) Manufacturing Research and Development Institute (MRDI) Technology Transfer and Licensing (research and development partners and universities) TMEP also offers assistance from other groups within UT CIS Our Mission: To help you, the manufacturing and business sectors in Tennessee, be more competitive in a global marketplace. Let us help you grow top-line sales and reduce your bottom-line costs — both keys to business survival in the modern era. Center for IndustrIal servICes (888) 763-743 • W W W. C I S . T E N N E S S E E . E D U • (615) 532-8657 http://WWW.CIS.TENNESSEE.EDU
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