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December 15, 2015 By Beth Devine

Cyber Attacks on Manufacturers

Manufacturers operate using a network of systems including equipment, machines, and processes that are run in a centralized manner and are often backed up on a company owned server. The increased level of cyber attacks occurring within the industry are forcing manufacturers to strengthen security for company data and systems through security software, firewalls, and […]

Filed Under: Programs

October 5, 2015 By Beth Devine

Intellectually Disabled Offer Manufacturers Workforce Solution

When searching for employees, manufacturers should not discount hiring people with intellectual disabilities. They are an en excellent resource for jobs that require repetitive tasks. To Learn more, check out the article by Stephen E. Morris, executive director of Favarh – The Arc of the Farmington Valley, published in the Hartford Business Journal on Feb. […]

Filed Under: Workforce development

October 5, 2015 By Beth Devine

$6 Million for CT Training Programs for Manufacturers

The Hartford Business Journal recently published information regarding a $6 million grant awarded to the state of Connecticut by the U.S. Department of Labor which is to be used to develop training programs for the manufacturing and aerospace industries. Read the full article.

Filed Under: Workforce development

September 25, 2015 By Beth Devine

How To Use Your Workforce Board To Get New Hires

There are an estimated 9,300 manufacturing job openings in Connecticut’s nearly 4,500 manufacturing firms (based on CBIA’s 2014 Survey of Connecticut Manufacturing Workforce Needs). This number will grow to more than 3 million openings over the next decade (according to Deloitte University’s data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and Gallup survey). The number […]

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September 25, 2015 By Beth Devine

Funding for Your On-the-Job Training

Developing and training your workforce requires an investment in time and money. Without enough lead time and extra funds, how do you fill the skills gap and get your machine operator position filled – and filled quickly? On-the-job training is a cost-effective job placement strategy utilizing people inside the company with the right skill sets […]

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