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March 2013   

Greetings!


While we were honored to be named a "Top Work Place" for 2013 by the Morning Call, we realize that a lot of the companies we have the pleasure to do business with could easily have obtained the same award.  While it is nice to be recognized, we feel honored everyday to have the opportunity to improve the performance of area companies and their employees; increase the health and safety of our communities; keep manufacturing alive in our backyards; and develop products and applications to advance your organizations and industries.
 

Top Work Places Logo 2013WHAT MAKES A "TOP WORK PLACE"? 

Damian J. Dinan
 
Northampton Community College was recently named the top large employer in the Lehigh Valley, according to survey results collected by Workplace Dynamics. While we were ecstatic to receive this award, we also took the time to wonder, what makes an employer a "Top Work Place"?
  
As Workplace Dynamics points out, its not about the perks. Workplace Dynamics surveyed thousands of organizations, and found that:
  
What really motivates employees is feeling they are part of a company that is going places. This means an organization that:
  • Sets a clear direction for its future and how it conducts itself
  • Executes well and has a culture of high performance 
  • Creates a strong connection between employees and the company by showing appreciation and by bringing meaning to work

According to our individual survey results, NCC received the highest marks on going in the right direction, effective leadership and operating by strong values and ethics.  

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Fab LabFAB LABS CONTINUE TO GAIN IMPORTANCE TO COMMUNITIES & BUSINESSES 

northampton.edu/FABLAB

 

The March 4 issue of the Pocono Record highlighted one of CBI's hidden treasures, the Fab Lab.  Launched in 2007, the Fab Lab features high tech equipment and programs that are shaping the future of manufacturing in the United States.  In addition to a laser etcher and high end design capabilities, the Fab Lab features a 3-D printer.  Three dimensional printing, also known as a additive manufacturing, is becoming increasingly more popular with domestic manufacturers as runs of parts using 3-D printing continues to grow.  According to USA Today, "By 2019, part making is expected to constitute 80% of the industry's $6.9 billion in revenue."

 

While most large size 3-D printers can cost companies hundreds of thousands of dollars in investment, your company can get a taste of 3-D printing by utilizing the lab.  In the six years since the Fab Lab has been operational, we have had several small to mid-size companies take advantage of our services.  Companies can reserve time using the space and the printer for a nominal fee.  Companies can also obtain training for their employees through our open enrollment automated design and fabrication courses.  For the spring, we are offering the following programs applicable to businesses:

As additive manufacturing continues to grow, so do the benefits.  Manufacturing.net, recently identified five benefits that most companies have not considered.

  • Freedom to design and innovate without penalties
  • Increased supply chain proficiency with "3D faxing"
  • Support of green manufacturing initiatives
  • Bottom line improvements through factory physics
  • Get parts - fast

Finally, to learn more about additive manufacturing, the Fab Lab and other design programs that can benefit your company, please call 610-332-8665 or visit northampton.edu/fablab

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Download our January - June 2013 catalog of upcoming programs
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Contact the client development specialist, Damian Dinan:
1-610-861-5064
 
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In This Issue
Top Work Places 2013
Fab Lab
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Upcoming Programs

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SPECIAL EVENTS
  
LEADERSHIP

Achieving Personal Effectiveness*

 

Exceptional Customer Service*

 

Introduction to Project Management*

 

Managing the Performance of Others*

    

CORPORATE SAFETY
(multi-session program)
 
(half day program)
 
(half day program)  
  

HEALTHCARE

Healthcare Preceptor Role*

 

HOSPITALITY 

Controlling Foodservice Costs*
(multi-session program)
  
  

IT/COMPUTER

Microsoft Access 2007 -Beginning

 

Microsoft Access 2007 - Intermediate

 

Microsoft Access 2010 - Reports In-Depth

(half day program)

 

Microsoft Excel 2010 - 

Intermediate

 

Microsoft Excel 2010: Macros & Templates

(half day program)

 

Microsoft Office Transitions

    

QUALITY & PERFORMANCE

Continuous Improvement Process & Tools

 

Root Cause Analysis

 

Supply Chain Management

 

Understanding the Basics of Quality Management Systems

 

   

* Indicates program is part of a certificate.