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The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services provides consulting solutions to help companies improve and grow. The UT CIS philosophy is to assess the company needs and provide only services that are value added. We utilize the most experienced consultants and most recent technologies. Resources with industry experience and University professors are available through the coordination of CIS Solutions Consultants as needed.
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Recent Posts
Trench Safety Month: Why Rescue Planning Must Happen Before Entry
Each June, Trench Safety Month serves as an important reminder that excavation work can become deadly in seconds. A trench collapse can quickly create an unstable, time-critical emergency that puts both workers and rescuers…
Read MoreWhat Every Employer Should Know About Hazardous Waste Site Emergency Preparedness
Emergency preparedness at hazardous waste sites is more than a compliance issue; it is a worker protection issue that affects employees, contractors, responders, and nearby communities.Preparedness Starts Before an…
Read MoreUT CIS Celebrates New Class of Certified Economic Developers
The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services (UT CIS) celebrated the 23rd graduating class of its Tennessee Certified Economic Developer (TCED) Program on April 15, bringing the total number of certified…
Read MoreTNWFD Academy Brings Workforce Leaders Together in Cookeville
Workforce development professionals from across the state convened in Cookeville March 3–5 for the Tennessee Workforce Development (TNWFD) Academy, a multi-day professional development experience focused on strengthening…
Read MoreNuclear 101 Highlights Tennessee’s Growing Opportunity for Economic Developers
UT CIS recently hosted Nuclear 101 for Economic Developers in Oak Ridge, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development (TNECD). This elective course, part of the Tennessee Certified Economic…
Read MoreStrengthening Safety Through Partnership in FY 2026
At the UT Center for Industrial Services, meaningful impact starts with strong partnerships. As OSHA launches its 2026 National Outreach Initiatives, UT CIS is aligning efforts with federal priorities and industry leaders to…
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