Just how much of an impact do companies realize as a result of CITEC assistance? During the 12 month period ending on 12/31/10, our clients reported*:
- $24.6-million in new & retained sales
- $1.7-million in costs savings
- $3.2-million in new investments
- 233 new & retained jobs
25 clients surveyed- Total Quantified Impact: $40,800,571
*To measure the effectiveness of the services provided by the 350 MEP centers that help America's small- and medium-sized manufacturers, our federal affiliate uses an independent third party organization to conduct client surveys after projects are completed. The results of those surveys demonstrate the impact MEP centers like CITEC have on America’s manufacturers and the national, state, and regional economies. (click here for national results)
MEP Cited as One of 100 Best Resources for Small Business by BizBest
"MEP is a potential gold mine for small manufacturers. The sole purpose of this national network of 400 not-for-profit centers is to help small manufacturing firms become more productive, tech-savvy and competitive. BizBest has tracked this program for nearly 10 years and has found it to be well-run and highly beneficial for biz owners who've used it. You can tap MEP's army of experts for help in many areas, from improving plant layout to getting your shop floor in shape to restructuring your finances, designing a Web site or entering e-commerce. The cost is a fraction of what you'd pay private consultants. MEP centers, serving all 50 states, make it possible for even the smallest firms to tap top-level manufacturing and business specialists with experience in manufacturing. If you are in manufacturing, don't miss this great resource."