 Landmark Study Finds Manufacturing is PA's Largest Economic Sector
A new statewide study, "Pennsylvania's True Commonwealth: State of Manufacturing - Challenges and Opportunities" shows that manufacturing is still Pennsylvania's number one economic driver, accounting for the greatest portion of gross state product (13.6%), and ranking as the fourth largest provider of jobs. It has the highest multiplier effect and highest productivity of any sector in the state. Of particular note is job stability and job growth in the small-mid size firms during the great recession. The research team was led by one of the nation's foremost thought leaders on manufacturing, Dr. Edward W. Hill. The report was created to determine exactly how manufacturing has impacted the Commonwealth, and to develop recommendations on what policymakers can do to improve the competitiveness of the industry. Visit www.dvirc.org and download the Report.
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 Achieving New Product Development Success
Join DVIRC for an exclusive New Product Development Presentation by Industry Leader Peter Bressler, FIDSA, and special guest D. James Marler.
Introducing new products to the market is more important than ever to compete and grow profits today. Join us and special guest speakers for an informative presentation on best practice solutions to satisfy product development objectives. Registration & Information
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 Outsourcing: Finance & Accounting
How many companies do you know that still do their own payroll? It is practically a foregone conclusion that payroll is processed by a third-party payroll services company. Similarly, how many emerging growth or middle market companies have an in-house tax department to prepare their income tax returns? The prevailing assumption is that an external accounting firm would be given this task.
Why should the rest of the accounting and finance function be any different? While strong financial management is a critical success factor in any business, it is not necessarily a core competency to your company's strategy or business model. As management guru Tom Peters said, "Do what you do best, and outsource the rest." More
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 exportingPA.org: New Tool Creates Competitive Advantage for PA Companies
The Pennsylvania International Trade Guide website was created to teach the basics of exporting to Pennsylvania companies. The site provides export tutorials, frequently asked questions, an Export Readiness Assessment and a statewide calendar of export-related events. Located at https://exportingPA.org, the trade guide is designed to assist small to medium sized companies who are seeking customized training on the essential elements of international business, regardless of your experience level. |
| New Websites Launched
DVIRC would like to congratulate EF Precision Group and Powell Electro Systems on the launch of their new websites.
Excellent work!
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IWCM® Certifications & Workshops
Cellular Manufacturing
March 25, 2011
Malvern, PA
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Total Productive Maintenance
May 4, 2011 Philadelphia, PA Registration & Information
Lean Champions Certification
March 18, 2011
Philadelphia, PA
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Six Sigma Black Belt
April 7, 2011
Philadelphia, PA
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Bucks County Career & Opportunities Expo
March 15, 2011
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3rd Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar
March 24 or 30, 2011
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Jump Start Your International Business
April 27, 2011
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On February 24, 2011 DVIRC re-launched its website featuring easier navigation and more interactive features.
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