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A Tale of Two States

The Weekly Report – March 10, 2025 A native Minnesota manufacturer reflects on two different business climates.

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Nailed It!

The Weekly Report – March 3, 2025 Our State of Manufacturing® survey events bring manufacturers and their supporters together in a way that exceeds our…

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Heads Up!

The Weekly Report – February 24, 2025 Medical device manufacturers and their suppliers will have a new regulatory framework in 2026; here’s what we know.

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Get Ready to Roll

The Weekly Report – February 10, 2025 Manufacturers need to plan now to effectively navigate new workplace requirements that begin in January 2026.

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What Is a Business Management System?

In today’s competitive market, staying ahead requires more than hard work — it requires strategy, organization, and innovative management solutions.

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Just in Time

The Weekly Report – January 27, 2025 “Made in Minnesota,” an updated version of Minnesota’s wildly successful Growth Acceleration Program (GAP), will help manufacturers continue…

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Oh What a Night

The Weekly Report – January 20, 2025 Over 100 people joined us last week to celebrate Minnesota manufacturing at an event designed to lift spirits…

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Poised for Future Growth

The Weekly Report – December 23, 2024 Hanson Silo offers a case study in how a fourth-generation company can thrive with thoughtful leadership and a…

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Small Steps to Big Results

The Weekly Report – December 16, 2024 At our February 6 workshop, continuous improvement expert Ally Johnston will show participants how combining lean thinking with…

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Game Changer

The Weekly Report – December 9, 2024 At our next workshop, strategy expert Steve Haarstad will show manufacturers how strategic planning can drive revenue.

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Taking the Show on the Road

The Weekly Report – November 25, 2024 Upcoming State of Manufacturing® events will show how your region compares to the rest of the state.

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Smart Marketing

The Weekly Report – November 18, 2024 At our November 20 workshop, Amy Hubler will outline how manufacturers can use a step-by-step marketing strategy to…

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