November 17, 2023

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Reimagine Manufacturing

A New Framework to Accelerate Southeastern Pennsylvania's Manufacturing Competitiveness ​

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Industry News

How DVIRC is Facilitating Navy-Industry Technology Transfer


The intersection of U.S. Navy innovation and industry took center stage at the Liberty Tech Bridge Pitch Day, a unique event that bridged the gap between cutting-edge Navy technology and Southeastern Pennsylvania manufacturers.

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Meet the Ambassadors Inspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturing Professionals


DVIRC's Dream Team is convening young manufacturing professionals to share their passion for the industry with the next generation of workers

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Sylvia Wower Honored as Innovator of the Year for Work in Advanced Technology Research

DVIRC's Vice President of Consulting and Advanced Technology Research was awarded “Innovator of the Year”, by the Foundation for Manufacturing Excellence.

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The NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0: Strengthening Cybersecurity for Pennsylvania
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The recently unveiled NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 is a step forward in fortifying our businesses digital defenses. Here's what you need to know.

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Where Manufacturers in Southeastern PA are Investing

Explore the allocation of manufacturer investments in FY23 (July 2022-June 2023) in key services areas provided by DVIRC.

Investment Areas:

  • Continuous Improvement - Lean and Six Sigma training and consulting to reduce costs and increase productivity
  • Business Growth - Market Research, Digital Marketing, and Lead Generation services to identify new customers and boost sales.
  • Training & Development - Workshops, certifications, and training programs to develop people and culture.
  • Quality Services - ISO and Software support to ensure high standards and process excellence.
  • Strategy - Giving businesses a focused purpose and direction to achieve business goals.
  • HR Services - Human Resources support with recruiting and training.
  • Network Groups - A platform for manufacturing leaders to share common challenges, adopt best practices, and gain new leadership skills.

Manufacturing Share of GDP

Maintaining a high share of GDP for manufacturing is crucial as it anchors economic stability, fosters technological innovation, and sustains a robust job market.

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Workforce Statistics

In the dynamic landscape of manufacturing, the availability of skilled job openings serves as a vital barometer of industry health and growth.

Regional Manufacturing Job Openings

State-Wide Manufacturing Job Openings

Country-Wide Manufacturing Job Openings

Source: Pennsylvania Center for Workforce Information & Analysis

Source: Pennsylvania Center for Workforce Information & Analysis

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics