Improve operations. Win new work. Protect your people.
The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services (UT CIS) helps Tennessee manufacturers solve practical business challenges—from the shop floor to the supply chain, government marketplace and workplace.
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Manufacturing Excellence
Make your operation more productive, competitive and resilient.
Through the Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership (TMEP), manufacturers can access consulting and training in:
- Manufacturing technology and Industry 4.0 assessments
- Continuous improvement: Lean, Six Sigma and process improvement
- Quality management systems, including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
- Supply chain optimization and resiliency
- Workforce development and workplace culture
- Cybersecurity and operational improvement
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Government Contracting
The Tennessee APEX Accelerator helps companies compete for federal, state and local contracts. Get one-to-one guidance tailored to where you are and where you want to go:
- Getting started in government contracting
- Market research and opportunity identification
- Registrations and readiness support
- Solicitation and proposal review
- Live and on-demand training
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Health, Safety & Emergency Preparedness
UT CIS helps organizations improve safety performance, support regulatory compliance and prepare for emergencies with consulting and training in:
- Health and safety consultations, audits and OSHA compliance
- OSHA training for workers, supervisors and employers
- Hazardous materials management
- Emergency response, preparedness and technical rescue
- Energy efficiency and environmental management
- On-site confined-space rescue and OSHA training using the mobile simulator
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Built for Tennessee manufacturers
UT CIS brings University of Tennessee expertise and experienced, industry-focused consultants to your business. We start by understanding your goals, then connect you with value-added solutions designed for your operation.
What challenge can we help you solve?
- Reduce cost, waste and lead time
- Increase quality, capacity and on-time delivery
- Adopt new technology with confidence
- Develop and retain a skilled workforce
- Strengthen your supply chain
- Prepare to pursue government contracts
- Improve workplace safety and emergency readiness
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