Continuous improvement and optimized productivity are key issues for all manufacturers. Education and training processes are essential elements to any operation. The DVIRC focuses a major portion of its resources to all facets of education, training and workforce development. Recognizing the need to bring world-class best practices to our region, the Institute for World Class Manufacturing® was established in 1993. A decade later, we offer training solutions for all areas of your manufacturing business.

**To register for classes or for more information please contact Cari Reilly at: creilly@dvirc.org or 215-464-8550 x222

The IWCM now has 4 locations! All locations feature state-of-the-art equipment and support distance learning. Listed workshops, unless otherwise noted, are conducted at DVIRC in Northeast Philadelphia. Refreshments are served at all facilities.

We are pleased to offer some of our programs in collaboration with Penn State. IWCM is now able to offer participants Penn State CEUs and certificate!

So close for Central & Upper Bucks & Montgomery Counties!

Customized training comes in many forms. We can help you: With specific areas of improvement, such as Supervisory Training, Lean Manufacturing or even Basic Skills By assessing any or all of your workforce to develop a plan that will optimize your human resources Align your training goals with your company goals Close the gap between current skills and skills needed to achieve growth Be sure that the training you choose has 100% relevance to your needs Measure the impact of training processes on your business

Even if you don't see the topic of interest in our 2007 catalog (.PDF), we will develop and deliver the training that you need. There's no obligation to discuss custom programs. Just contact us (see Contacts) or send us your questions at: trainingadvice@dvirc.org

To request training tailored to your needs, simply fill out the information on the "Custom Training Request Form" and click 'send'. A DVIRC Representative will respond within a few days.

Please see our 2007 Catalog for all of our scheduled workshops and certifications courses.

Breakfast seminars are designed to provide some quick tips or solutions for current issues. Topics such as lead generation, quality issues, understanding Lean - are typical of those presented at no charge. These small group seminars are held at various locations in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester and Montgomery Counties. Topics are based on your input, so if you have a specific topic you would like addressed, simply contact us at: customtraining@dvirc.org

Special Events and Guest Speakers

The DVIRC works to bring Special Events to manufacturers that provide access to World-Class Practitioners like Dr. Richard Schonberger, and controversial topics like International Competition. We feel it's our responsibility to address even the difficult issues, and provide the manufacturers in our region with the latest information, no matter the topic.

There are usually two or three Special Events each year, either in the form of a Guest Speaker or forum for industry issues. Click on the images below to see reviews of some of our recent Special Events and Guest Speakers.

Robert B. Tucker June 1, 2005 More Info

Dr. Richard Schonberger

Dr. Wenhen Tang

The DVIRC sponsors local plant tours hosted by regional manufacturers. These plant tours are designed to showcase World-Class best practices in progress. Attendance is limited to manufacturers who are non-competitors with the host company. Group size is also limited, and tours sell-out early. Plant tours are not open to the public.

Upcoming Tours

To get an idea of tour topics, click on these company logos to view past tours.

Harley Davidson