BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NJMEP - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NJMEP X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.njmep.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NJMEP REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210201T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210204T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132647Z UID:57617-1612168200-1612441800@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Internal Auditing for Food Safety Management Systems DESCRIPTION:This Internal Auditor Training Class is designed to train your personnel to become qualified and confident to conduct internal audits in a positive\, constructive approach to ensure the effective implementation of a Food Safety Management System. Besides the fundamentals and phases of the audit process this class focuses in addition on the particular requirements of food safety management systems and how to evaluate effectiveness. Practical exercises and case studies will facilitate the learning process. Further\, the participants will have the opportunity to work on their individual internal audit plan during the training class. The participant will receive a certificate for successfully completion of the training after passing the written knowledge test at the end of the training class. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/internal-auditing-for-food-safety-management-systems-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20240506T172520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172520Z UID:71063-1611878400-1619568000@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:cGMP Online (January 2021) DESCRIPTION:“Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Regulations is the process that ensures the quality of a product by establishing manufacturing procedures\, ensuring that food is safe and has been prepared\, packed\, and stored under hygienic conditions. They describe the methods\, equipment\, facilities\, and controls for producing processed food. These had major updates with FSMA in 2015\, from section 110 to being recently archived and now replaced with section 117 in the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).Upon the successful completion of this course\, student assessments will demonstrate competencies and measurable skills in the following areas: \nHow to apply and build the components and requirements of cGMP within the food and beverage industry.\nImplement cGMPs through the organization to ensure sanitary and processing requirements are being met.\nHow to conduct an internal audit that covers all necessary departments to report and observe relevant findings. A certificate of completion will be issued upon successful completion of the course and test.” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/cgmp-online-january-2021/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210126T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210127T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132646Z UID:57610-1611649800-1611750600@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:cGMP Requirements and Readiness DESCRIPTION:Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) Regulations is the process that ensures the quality of a product by establishing manufacturing procedures making certain that food is safe and has been prepared\, packed\, and stored under hygienic conditions.\nFood manufacturers must comply with cGMP’s through new regulations to be compliant with FSMA.\ncGMP’s are critical\, not only to FSMA\, but to every food safety and quality certification.\nThey are audited by third party food safety auditors and are considered prerequisites.\nThe training will cover the core requirements\, changes to former requirements and best practices on how to achieve compliance. Participants will learn how to handle FDA and third party Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) inspections. The training will also outline how to interact effectively with investigators so that organizations can not only react to inspections\, but anticipate them as well. \nThe participants will learn and understand the revised (cGMP’s) – according to the final rule for “Preventive Controls for Human Food”\, released on September 17th\, 2015. \nBy the end of the training course\, participants will be able to:\nUnderstand the components and requirements of cGMP within the food and beverage industry.\nImplement cGMP through the organization to ensure sanitary and processing requirements are being met. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/cgmp-requirements-and-readiness/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010124Z UID:77947-1611151200-1611154800@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview DESCRIPTION:“Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option. \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D. \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you. “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210120T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132753Z UID:57651-1611151200-1611154800@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview DESCRIPTION:“Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option. \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D. \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you. “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132640Z UID:57583-1611136800-1611140400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:NJ Energy Costs Rising - How Manufacturers Can Protect Their Business DESCRIPTION:New Jersey electricity costs are expected to continue rising and manufacturers\, in particular\, are at risk. These businesses can protect themselves and reduce the impact on their bottom line. Join us for this discussion on how New Jersey manufacturers can take immediate action to lower their electricity bills and how they can do their part to help fight back against unfair rate hikes. \nRepresentatives from the New Jersey Large Energy Users Coalition and Concord Energy will be presenting solutions to Manufacturers energy challenges URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/nj-energy-costs-rising-how-manufacturers-can-protect-their-business/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20220810T141641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141641Z UID:55956-1611064800-1611068400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview DESCRIPTION:“Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option. \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D. \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you. “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241023T144707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T144707Z UID:76920-1611054000-1611057600@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar DESCRIPTION:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar \nCompanies in the Defense Industry Base (DIB) supply chain need to be complaint with the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements to avoid losing Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.\nNJMEP has been working with these companies to help them understand the requirements\, assess their gaps\, and implement of the requirements.\nAttend this webinar to learn the most recent and relevant information regarding these requirements\, what is involved in implementation\, what next steps should be taken\, etc.\nTopics covered:\n-The CMMC requirements and implementation timeline\n-The new Interim Rule and how it impacts the timeline\n-Best Practices and Resources that can help\nWho should attend:\nBusiness Owners and leaders – who need to understand these requirements and how to become compliant\nInternal and External IT Resources – who will be asked to address the technical requirements\nAnyone else within your organization – who will be involved in the implementation of the technical\, physical or administration controls\nCompanies in your supply chain – that will also need to be compliant due to the flow down clause \nAbout NJMEP and our Cyber Link Program\nNJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP)\, part of the National Network of MEP centers and NIST MEP\, helps NJ manufacturers and STEM firms become more productive\, profitable and globally competitive. \nCyber Link Program\nNJMEP has been working under a Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) grant to assist companies in the DoD Supply Chain with both the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cybersecurity requirements. The Program aims to educate\, assess companies against the controls and assist them in implementing the requirements. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/dod-cybersecurity-requirements-webinar-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210119T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132752Z UID:57649-1611054000-1611057600@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar DESCRIPTION:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar \nCompanies in the Defense Industry Base (DIB) supply chain need to be complaint with the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements to avoid losing Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.\nNJMEP has been working with these companies to help them understand the requirements\, assess their gaps\, and implement of the requirements.\nAttend this webinar to learn the most recent and relevant information regarding these requirements\, what is involved in implementation\, what next steps should be taken\, etc.\nTopics covered:\n-The CMMC requirements and implementation timeline\n-The new Interim Rule and how it impacts the timeline\n-Best Practices and Resources that can help\nWho should attend:\nBusiness Owners and leaders – who need to understand these requirements and how to become compliant\nInternal and External IT Resources – who will be asked to address the technical requirements\nAnyone else within your organization – who will be involved in the implementation of the technical\, physical or administration controls\nCompanies in your supply chain – that will also need to be compliant due to the flow down clause \nAbout NJMEP and our Cyber Link Program\nNJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP)\, part of the National Network of MEP centers and NIST MEP\, helps NJ manufacturers and STEM firms become more productive\, profitable and globally competitive. \nCyber Link Program\nNJMEP has been working under a Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) grant to assist companies in the DoD Supply Chain with both the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cybersecurity requirements. The Program aims to educate\, assess companies against the controls and assist them in implementing the requirements. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/dod-cybersecurity-requirements-webinar-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010123Z UID:77943-1610542800-1610550000@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Increase Sales in 2021 - Digital Marketing is Vital DESCRIPTION:In a post-COVID-19 world\, your digital marketing is more important than ever before. In this virtual training we will educate manufacturers on how to maximize their existing digital marketing efforts and introduce some new\, powerful marketing tools.\nWe will discuss and show the benefits of:\n1. Your Website and Search Engine Optimization\n Getting found on the web represents a significant challenge in a highly competitive marketplace. We will make sure your site is set up according to Google’s Best Practices. This give you an edge over your competition by ranking your page as high as possible in search results.\n2. Automated marketing (Hubspot\, Salesforce\, Act-On)\n Automated Marketing gives your sales a boost by not only monitoring how your existing customers are engaging with your marketing\, it also identifies behaviors and patterns that spotlight potential new clients that might otherwise have been missed.\n3. Social Media\n Social media marketing puts the power of Artificial Intelligence and audience engagement to work for your business. You will get to know your audience like never before. You will learn to nurture and solidify existing relationships while identifying and reaching out to new business.\n4. Other Media – Podcasts\, Blogging\, Apps and Video\n Traditional advertising in 2021 is anything but traditional. Utilizing alternate platforms like podcasts\, blogs and video will present your business to potential new clients in a way that feels less intrusive and blurs the line between marketing and entertainment. This grows your reach and delivers your brand message in a more personal way.” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/increase-sales-in-2021-digital-marketing-is-vital-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210113T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210113T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20230119T175351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T175351Z UID:59934-1610542800-1610550000@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Increase Sales in 2021 - Digital Marketing is Vital DESCRIPTION:In a post-COVID-19 world\, your digital marketing is more important than ever before. In this virtual training we will educate manufacturers on how to maximize their existing digital marketing efforts and introduce some new\, powerful marketing tools.\nWe will discuss and show the benefits of:\n1. Your Website and Search Engine Optimization\n Getting found on the web represents a significant challenge in a highly competitive marketplace. We will make sure your site is set up according to Google’s Best Practices. This give you an edge over your competition by ranking your page as high as possible in search results.\n2. Automated marketing (Hubspot\, Salesforce\, Act-On)\n Automated Marketing gives your sales a boost by not only monitoring how your existing customers are engaging with your marketing\, it also identifies behaviors and patterns that spotlight potential new clients that might otherwise have been missed.\n3. Social Media\n Social media marketing puts the power of Artificial Intelligence and audience engagement to work for your business. You will get to know your audience like never before. You will learn to nurture and solidify existing relationships while identifying and reaching out to new business.\n4. Other Media – Podcasts\, Blogging\, Apps and Video\n Traditional advertising in 2021 is anything but traditional. Utilizing alternate platforms like podcasts\, blogs and video will present your business to potential new clients in a way that feels less intrusive and blurs the line between marketing and entertainment. This grows your reach and delivers your brand message in a more personal way.” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/increase-sales-in-2021-digital-marketing-is-vital-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010124Z UID:77945-1610532000-1610537400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:How to Remain Agile and Create Opportunity in a Crisis DESCRIPTION:“Four manufacturing thought leaders come together to share their story on how they overcame COVID-19 disruptions and uncovered new opportunities. \nHear for yourself how these manufacturing and STEM professionals shifted and remained agile during the first wave of COVID-19 when stay-at-home orders were being imposed. Find out what strategies they employed to create new opportunities to keep their business running while at the same time giving back to the local community. \nThe panel is made up of manufacturers from different industries and a STEM teacher that began 3D printing face shields. Each of them brings a unique perspective and will be answering critical questions about what it took to remain agile and create new opportunities in such an uncertain business environment. \nThis virtual roundtable will include a Q&A section and attendee participation is highly encouraged. Strategies to keep a manufacturing operation flexible will need to continue in 2021 as pandemic-related disruptions are expected to continue into the new year. \nPanelists include… \nKristina Henderson\, Owner\, Henderson Promos\, LLC \nBill Duerr\, President\, Hatteras Press \nMike Seitel\, Operations Officer\, Norwalt Design Inc. \nJames Hofmann\, STEM Teacher\, Newton High School “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/how-to-remain-agile-and-create-opportunity-in-a-crisis-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210113T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210113T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132645Z UID:57604-1610532000-1610537400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:How to Remain Agile and Create Opportunity in a Crisis DESCRIPTION:“Four manufacturing thought leaders come together to share their story on how they overcame COVID-19 disruptions and uncovered new opportunities. \nHear for yourself how these manufacturing and STEM professionals shifted and remained agile during the first wave of COVID-19 when stay-at-home orders were being imposed. Find out what strategies they employed to create new opportunities to keep their business running while at the same time giving back to the local community. \nThe panel is made up of manufacturers from different industries and a STEM teacher that began 3D printing face shields. Each of them brings a unique perspective and will be answering critical questions about what it took to remain agile and create new opportunities in such an uncertain business environment. \nThis virtual roundtable will include a Q&A section and attendee participation is highly encouraged. Strategies to keep a manufacturing operation flexible will need to continue in 2021 as pandemic-related disruptions are expected to continue into the new year. \nPanelists include… \nKristina Henderson\, Owner\, Henderson Promos\, LLC \nBill Duerr\, President\, Hatteras Press \nMike Seitel\, Operations Officer\, Norwalt Design Inc. \nJames Hofmann\, STEM Teacher\, Newton High School “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/how-to-remain-agile-and-create-opportunity-in-a-crisis/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010009Z UID:77891-1609840800-1611835200@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Training DESCRIPTION:“This supervisory training course was specifically designed to address the needs of anyone who is new to managing others\, with a special focus on those managing in a multicultural workplace. The content of this course will provide a powerful new set of skills\, strategies\, and techniques for dealing with the issues you will encounter as you take on your new position and move forward in your career.\nYou will find out how to relate well to former peers who are now your subordinates\, and you’ll learn the communication skills that will help you handle these changing relationships in a way that’s comfortable for everyone. You’ll discover secrets for motivating and encouraging people to do their “”personal best”” for you\, and find out how to discipline firmly and fairly\, without creating resentment. This supervisory training will show you how to positively influence the behavior of your workers.\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n• How to communicate more effectively as a new supervisor\n• When to be flexible\, and when to stand firm\n• How to build trust and gain respect\n• Strategies for motivating others to achieve results\n• The truth about discipline — how to handle uncomfortable situations\n• What every new supervisor and manager should know about hiring and firing\n• Time management skills that really work\n• And much\, much more!” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/supervisory-skills-training-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20230119T175934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T175934Z UID:59979-1609840800-1611835200@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Training DESCRIPTION:“This supervisory training course was specifically designed to address the needs of anyone who is new to managing others\, with a special focus on those managing in a multicultural workplace. The content of this course will provide a powerful new set of skills\, strategies\, and techniques for dealing with the issues you will encounter as you take on your new position and move forward in your career.\nYou will find out how to relate well to former peers who are now your subordinates\, and you’ll learn the communication skills that will help you handle these changing relationships in a way that’s comfortable for everyone. You’ll discover secrets for motivating and encouraging people to do their “”personal best”” for you\, and find out how to discipline firmly and fairly\, without creating resentment. This supervisory training will show you how to positively influence the behavior of your workers.\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n• How to communicate more effectively as a new supervisor\n• When to be flexible\, and when to stand firm\n• How to build trust and gain respect\n• Strategies for motivating others to achieve results\n• The truth about discipline — how to handle uncomfortable situations\n• What every new supervisor and manager should know about hiring and firing\n• Time management skills that really work\n• And much\, much more!” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/supervisory-skills-training-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010123Z UID:77939-1608228000-1608233400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Virtual Resource Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/virtual-resource-meeting-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20230117T195512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T195512Z UID:59781-1608228000-1608233400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Virtual Resource Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/virtual-resource-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010122Z UID:77937-1607594400-1607598000@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Improve Operations with Lean Tools and Value Stream Mapping DESCRIPTION:“This one hour complimentary webinar will open a participant’s eyes to the importance of visualizing information flow and decision processes in their company’s processes.\nA case study will be presented of how NJMEP’s “Learn and Do” concepts helped identify and solve problems for a distributor of home goods\, everything from Living Room End Tables to Bed Frames. \nThe case study is based on actual work. \nBenefits included:\n• Shipment processing time to less than 8 hours\, from 20 hours\,\n• Percentage of orders shipped complete increased to 90%\, from 86%.\n• Reduced unloading time to 2 hours\, from 3 days. \nParticipants will learn:\n• Why the company needed improvement (the business case)\n• What their basic problems were\n• How the “Learn & Do” educational process brought employees and managers together\n• The role that Transactional mapping played to guide the improvements” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/improve-operations-with-lean-tools-and-value-stream-mapping-12/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010123Z UID:77941-1607592600-1607596200@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:P160/Wage Reimbursement Grant: Virtual Technical Assistance Workshop DESCRIPTION:1 Hour of a live “Office Hours” type virtual session to provide interested parties (sign-ups) with information regarding P160 and the NJDOL Wage Reimbursment Grant URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/p160-wage-reimbursement-grant-virtual-technical-assistance-workshop-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132746Z UID:57628-1607592600-1607596200@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:P160/Wage Reimbursement Grant: Virtual Technical Assistance Workshop DESCRIPTION:1 Hour of a live “Office Hours” type virtual session to provide interested parties (sign-ups) with information regarding P160 and the NJDOL Wage Reimbursment Grant URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/p160-wage-reimbursement-grant-virtual-technical-assistance-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20220810T141644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141644Z UID:55981-1607508000-1607511600@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Improve Operations with Lean Tools and Value Stream Mapping DESCRIPTION:“This one hour complimentary webinar will open a participant’s eyes to the importance of visualizing information flow and decision processes in their company’s processes.\nA case study will be presented of how NJMEP’s “Learn and Do” concepts helped identify and solve problems for a distributor of home goods\, everything from Living Room End Tables to Bed Frames. \nThe case study is based on actual work. \nBenefits included:\n• Shipment processing time to less than 8 hours\, from 20 hours\,\n• Percentage of orders shipped complete increased to 90%\, from 86%.\n• Reduced unloading time to 2 hours\, from 3 days. \nParticipants will learn:\n• Why the company needed improvement (the business case)\n• What their basic problems were\n• How the “Learn & Do” educational process brought employees and managers together\n• The role that Transactional mapping played to guide the improvements” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/improve-operations-with-lean-tools-and-value-stream-mapping-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132642Z UID:57591-1607472000-1608163200@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills for New Managers (December 2020) DESCRIPTION:“Moving into a position of authority means meeting new challenges\, taking on new responsibilities\, and mastering new skills. It may also mean learning to manage across cultural and language differences. New Managers can often be overwhelmed by new responsibilities and anxious about the transition from “”coworker”” to “”boss.””\nWorkers who have recently become supervisors often worry about the way others will react to their new supervisor status … have concerns about keeping up with a tougher workload … and wonder how to handle the new tasks they will be faced with: hiring\, disciplinary action\, managing change\, even firing.\nA program to ease the transition …\nThis supervisory training course was specifically designed to address the needs of anyone who is new to managing others\, with a special focus on those managing in a multicultural workplace. The content of this course will provide a powerful new set of skills\, strategies\, and techniques for dealing with the issues you will encounter as you take on your new position and move forward in your career.\nYou will find out how to relate well to former peers who are now your subordinates\, and you’ll learn the communication skills that will help you handle these changing relationships in a way that’s comfortable for everyone. You’ll discover secrets for motivating and encouraging people to do their “”personal best”” for you\, and find out how to discipline firmly and fairly\, without creating resentment. This supervisory training will show you how to positively influence the behavior of your workers.\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\nHow to communicate more effectively as a new supervisor\nWhen to be flexible\, and when to stand firm\nHow to build trust and gain respect\nStrategies for motivating others to achieve results\nThe truth about discipline — how to handle uncomfortable situations\nWhat every new supervisor and manager should know about hiring and firing\nTime management skills that really work\nAnd much\, much more!” URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/supervisory-skills-for-new-managers-december-2020/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010011Z UID:77903-1607416200-1607689800@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:HACCP (December 2020) DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about the background of HACCP as a food safety system and how it can be practically applied. The course covers the 5 preliminary steps and 7 HACCP principles are required by the codex alimentarius. This is hands-on training which will guide you through the steps to develop and implement a science based HACCP Program for your facility. In addition\, best practices and examples will be presented and participants can apply the freshly gained knowledge during practical exercises which show how to apply the HACCP principles and achieve compliance to the requirements. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/haccp-december-2020-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201208T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201211T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20230118T194052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T194052Z UID:59862-1607416200-1607689800@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:HACCP (December 2020) DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about the background of HACCP as a food safety system and how it can be practically applied. The course covers the 5 preliminary steps and 7 HACCP principles are required by the codex alimentarius. This is hands-on training which will guide you through the steps to develop and implement a science based HACCP Program for your facility. In addition\, best practices and examples will be presented and participants can apply the freshly gained knowledge during practical exercises which show how to apply the HACCP principles and achieve compliance to the requirements. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/haccp-december-2020-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201207T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20220810T141635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141635Z UID:55921-1607329800-1607603400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:HACCP (December 2020) DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about the background of HACCP as a food safety system and how it can be practically applied. The course covers the 5 preliminary steps and 7 HACCP principles are required by the codex alimentarius. This is hands-on training which will guide you through the steps to develop and implement a science based HACCP Program for your facility. In addition\, best practices and examples will be presented and participants can apply the freshly gained knowledge during practical exercises which show how to apply the HACCP principles and achieve compliance to the requirements. URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/haccp-december-2020/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010308Z UID:78006-1605859200-1605866400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Apprenticeships\, Pathways & Speedbumps\, and the Road to Progress DESCRIPTION:“2-Part Panel Discussion\nApprenticeship is a solution to the manufacturing workforce shortage. The goal of the event is to break down the structure of apprenticeship and discuss four key components:\n1) Finding qualified candidates that can pass basic skills tests\n2) Effective Workforce Development Programs\n3) Getting Companies Engaged\n4) What funding streams can be used to support this training \nBusiness Leaders\, Academia\, and Government converge to take a look at how far we’ve come and the next steps New Jersey needs to take to bolster the talent pool and continue strengthing career pathways. “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/apprenticeships-pathways-speedbumps-and-the-road-to-progress-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010122Z UID:77935-1605859200-1605866400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Apprenticeships\, Pathways & Speedbumps\, and the Road to Progress DESCRIPTION:“2-Part Panel Discussion\nApprenticeship is a solution to the manufacturing workforce shortage. The goal of the event is to break down the structure of apprenticeship and discuss four key components:\n1) Finding qualified candidates that can pass basic skills tests\n2) Effective Workforce Development Programs\n3) Getting Companies Engaged\n4) What funding streams can be used to support this training \nBusiness Leaders\, Academia\, and Government converge to take a look at how far we’ve come and the next steps New Jersey needs to take to bolster the talent pool and continue strengthing career pathways. “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/apprenticeships-pathways-speedbumps-and-the-road-to-progress-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20240506T172534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172534Z UID:71102-1605859200-1605866400@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:Apprenticeships\, Pathways & Speedbumps\, and the Road to Progress DESCRIPTION:“2-Part Panel Discussion\nApprenticeship is a solution to the manufacturing workforce shortage. The goal of the event is to break down the structure of apprenticeship and discuss four key components:\n1) Finding qualified candidates that can pass basic skills tests\n2) Effective Workforce Development Programs\n3) Getting Companies Engaged\n4) What funding streams can be used to support this training \nBusiness Leaders\, Academia\, and Government converge to take a look at how far we’ve come and the next steps New Jersey needs to take to bolster the talent pool and continue strengthing career pathways. “ URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/apprenticeships-pathways-speedbumps-and-the-road-to-progress-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20241118T010129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010129Z UID:77970-1605776400-1605783600@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:DISCOVER GLOBAL MARKETS: HELPING U.S. COMPANIES EXPORT (November 2020) DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide valuable information on trade counseling\, business matchmaking\, market intelligence\, and trade event support. In addition\, it will provide information on Federal and State programs designed to support international trade. \nThe presenter is from The Northern NJ office of the Commercial Service\, the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s\, International Trade Administration. These trade specialists counsel small and medium-sized export ready companies to help them sell their U.S. made (must have 51% U.S. content) goods and services to foreign markets. \nThe Commercial Service has a global network of trade professionals located throughout the U.S. and in U.S. Embassies and Consulates in nearly 80 countries. Whether you’re looking to make your first sale or expand to additional markets\, the Commercial Service offers trade counseling\, business matchmaking\, market intelligence\, and trade event support to assist. \nOverall\, this workshop is geared to assist companies achieve international business goals. Learn about the processes needed to increase international business and sign up today! URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/discover-global-markets-helping-u-s-companies-export-november-2020-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T184835 CREATED:20221021T132635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132635Z UID:57566-1605776400-1605783600@www.njmep.org SUMMARY:DISCOVER GLOBAL MARKETS: HELPING U.S. COMPANIES EXPORT (November 2020) DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide valuable information on trade counseling\, business matchmaking\, market intelligence\, and trade event support. In addition\, it will provide information on Federal and State programs designed to support international trade. \nThe presenter is from The Northern NJ office of the Commercial Service\, the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s\, International Trade Administration. These trade specialists counsel small and medium-sized export ready companies to help them sell their U.S. made (must have 51% U.S. content) goods and services to foreign markets. \nThe Commercial Service has a global network of trade professionals located throughout the U.S. and in U.S. Embassies and Consulates in nearly 80 countries. Whether you’re looking to make your first sale or expand to additional markets\, the Commercial Service offers trade counseling\, business matchmaking\, market intelligence\, and trade event support to assist. \nOverall\, this workshop is geared to assist companies achieve international business goals. Learn about the processes needed to increase international business and sign up today! URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/discover-global-markets-helping-u-s-companies-export-november-2020/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR