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[CONNSTEP Newsletter | June 2024](https://www.connstep.org/continuous-improvement/connstep-newsletter-june-2024): CONNSTEP Newsletter | June 2024 - [CONNSTEP Spring 2024 CICC Program Wraps Up with Dynamic Presentations](https://www.connstep.org/continuous-improvement/connstep-spring-2024-cicc-program-wraps-up-with-dynamic-presentations): CONNSTEP Spring 2024 CICC Program Wraps Up with Dynamic Presentations - [Misconceptions of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement](https://www.connstep.org/continuous-improvement/misconceptions-of-lean-manufacturing-and-continuous-improvement): Misconceptions of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | July 2024](https://www.connstep.org/continuous-improvement/connstep-newsletter-july-2024): CONNSTEP Newsletter | July 2024 - [Mastering Inventory Management: Techniques and Strategies for Manufacturers](https://www.connstep.org/supply-chain/mastering-inventory-management-techniques-and-strategies-for-manufacturers): Mastering Inventory Management: Techniques and Strategies for Manufacturers - 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[Breaking It Down – Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Explained](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/breaking-it-down-manufacturing-extension-partnership-explained): Breaking It Down – Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Explained - [Startup Company Zaneez® Health Scales Up Production Based on Field Success](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/startup-company-zaneez-health-scales-up-production-based-on-field-success): Startup Company Zaneez® Health Scales Up Production Based on Field Success - [Coolest Night in Connecticut: The Manufacturing Community Comes Together to Celebrate Innovation and Industry](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/coolest-night-in-connecticut-the-manufacturing-community-comes-together-to-celebrate-innovation-and-industry): Coolest Night in Connecticut: The Manufacturing Community Comes Together to Celebrate Innovation and Industry - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | February 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-newsletter-february-2025): CONNSTEP Newsletter | February 2025 - [CONNSTEP & iQ3Connect: Advancing Connecticut Manufacturing](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-and-iq3connect-advancing-connecticut-manufacturing): CONNSTEP & iQ3Connect: Advancing Connecticut Manufacturing - [Why Quality Management is Non-Negotiable for Manufacturers](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/why-quality-management-is-non-negotiable-for-manufacturers): Why Quality Management is Non-Negotiable for Manufacturers - [Driving Innovation: CONNSTEP & Neulcon Partner to Connect Manufacturers to Custom Enterprise AI Applications](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/driving-innovation-connstep-and-neuclon-partner-to-connect-manufacturers-to-custom-enterprise-ai-applications): Driving Innovation: CONNSTEP & Neulcon Partner to Connect Manufacturers to Custom Enterprise AI Applications - [CT Manufacturing Careers Roadshow 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/ct-manufacturing-careers-roadshow-2025): CT Manufacturing Careers Roadshow 2025 - [CONNSTEP Proudly Introduces impaCT Workshops](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-proudly-introduces-impact-workshops): CONNSTEP Proudly Introduces impaCT Workshops - [Technology Edge: CONNSTEP and Pronto System Solutions Partner to Empower Modern Manufacturing Through Automation](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/technology-edge-connstep-and-pronto-system-solutions-partner-to-empower-modern-manufacturing-through-automation): Technology Edge: CONNSTEP and Pronto System Solutions Partner to Empower Modern Manufacturing Through Automation - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | March 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-newsletter-march-2025): CONNSTEP Newsletter | March 2025 - [Connecticut Manufacturers Connect with NASA and Aerospace Prime Contractors at University of Hartford Event](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connecticut-manufacturers-connect-with-nasa-and-aerospace-prime-contractors-at-university-of-hartford-event) - [Blazing a New Lean Path](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/blazing-new-lean-path): Blazing New Lean Path Case Study | Lean Process Improvements - [CONNSTEP Joins Connecticut in Honoring UConn Women’s 2025 NCAA Basketball Title](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-joins-connecticut-in-honoring-uconn-womens-2025-ncaa-basketball-title) - [Infrastructure Needs Analysis Revitalizes Load Cell Production Flow Line](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/infrastructure-needs-analysis-revitalizes-load-cell-production-flow-line): Infrastructure Needs Analysis Case Study | Load Cell Flow Revitalized - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | April 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-newsletter-april-2025): CONNSTEP Newsletter | April 2025 - [Connecticut Launches Grant Program to Help Manufacturers Tackle Federal Cybersecurity Compliance](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/connecticut-launches-grant-program-to-help-manufacturers-tackle-federal-cybersecurity-compliance): Connecticut Launches Grant Program to Help Manufacturers Tackle Federal Cybersecurity Compliance - [More Output, Same Footprint: Syn-Mar’s Lean Success](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/more-output-same-footprint-syn-mars-lean-success): More Output, Same Footprint: Syn-Mar’s Lean Success - [HBJ Business Profiles 2025 CONNSTEP](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/hartford-business-journal-business-profiles-2025): HBJ Business Profiles 2025 CONNSTEP - [Value Stream Mapping Leads to Medical Device FDA Success](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/value-stream-mapping-leads-medical-device-fda-success): Value Stream Mapping Case Study | Medical Device & FDA Success - [Powering Up Productivity: CONNSTEP’s New Partnership with Control Station](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/powering-up-productivity-connsteps-new-partnership-with-control-station): Powering Up Productivity: CONNSTEP’s New Partnership with Control Station - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | June 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-newsletter-june-2025): CONNSTEP Newsletter | June 2025 - [CT Post | CONNSTEP Helps CT Manufacturers Create Virtual Network of Give and Take through CONNEX](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/ct-post-connstep-helps-ct-manufacturers-create-virtual-network-of-give-and-take-through-connex) - [The Urgent Reality of Cyber Threats and Manufacturing](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/the-urgent-reality-of-cyber-threats-and-manufacturing): The Urgent Reality of Cyber Threats and Manufacturing - [CONNSTEP Announces the Election of New Board Members](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/connstep-welcomes-new-board-members): CONNSTEP Announces the Election of New Board Members - [ISO Certification Leads to Lean Improvements](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/iso-certification-leads-lean-improvements): ISO Certification Case Study | Lean Improvements & Quality - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | August 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-newsletter-august-2025): CONNSTEP Newsletter | August 2025 - [Enterprise-Wide Lean Transformation Drives Growth & Revenue](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/enterprise-wide-lean-transformation-drives-growth-revenue): Lean Transformation Case Study | Enterprise Growth & Revenue - [Lean Manufacturing Improvements Result in Productivity Gains](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/lean-manufacturing-improvements-result-productivity-gains): Lean Manufacturing Case Study | Productivity Improvement Wins - [Process Improvements Lead to Productivity Gains](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/process-improvements-lead-to-productivity-gains): Process Improvements Case Study | Productivity Gains - [CONNSTEP Newsletter | September 2025](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-newsletter-september-2025): CONNSTEP Newsletter | September 2025 - [SBA Unveils New Loan Program for Small Manufacturers](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/sba-unveils-new-loan-program-for-small-manufacturers): SBA Unveils New Loan Program for Small Manufacturers - [Kirti Patel Appointed Connecticut’s Next Chief Manufacturing Officer](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/kirti-patel-appointed-connecticuts-next-chief-manufacturing-officer): Kirti Patel Appointed Connecticut’s Next Chief Manufacturing Officer - [Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut: Championship Round](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/coolest-thing-made-in-connecticut-championship-round): Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut: Championship Round - [Continuous Improvement Training Facilitates Flow Line Adjustments for Higher Volume Builds](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/continuous-improvement-training-facilitates-higher-volume-builds): Continuous Improvement Training Case Study | Higher Volume Builds - [Electrical Power Distribution Manufacturer Overcomes Challenges to Deliver a Herculean Effort for the Customer](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/manufacturer-overcomes-challenges-to-deliver-herculean-effort): Manufacturer Case Study | Overcoming Production Challenges - [CONNSTEP Highlights CT SMARTE Program at UConn Technology Showcase](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/media/connstep-highlights-ct-smarte-program-at-uconn-technology-showcase): CONNSTEP Highlights CT SMARTE Program at UConn Technology Showcase - [CONNSTEP Announces the Passing of Strategic Advisor and Dear Friend Jack Crane](https://www.connstep.org/news-media/news/connstep-announces-the-passing-of-strategic-advisor-and-dear-friend-jack-crane): CONNSTEP Announces the Passing of Strategic Advisor and Dear Friend Jack Crane - [2025 Connecticut Manufacturing Report](https://www.connstep.org/business-growth/2025-connecticut-manufacturing-report): 2025 Connecticut Manufacturing Report - [InCord CICC Project Nets Shorter Lead Time for Key Product Line](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/incord-cicc-project-nets-shorter-lead-time-for-key-product-line): Incord CICC Case Study | Shorter Lead Time Improvements - 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[Precision Express Manufacturing Achieves ISO 9001 Certification with Assistance from Bristol Grant Program and CONNSTEP](https://www.connstep.org/precision-express-manufacturing-achieves-iso-9001-certification-with-assistance-from-bristol-grant-program-and-connstep): ISO 9001 Certification Case Study | Precision Express Manufacturing - [Total Productive Maintenance Reduces Equipment Downtime and Lost Capacity](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/total-productive-maintenance-reduces-equipment-downtime-and-lost-capacity): TPM Case Study | Reduced Downtime & Increased Capacity - [ZANEEZ® Launches CT-based Manufacturing for its AnkleSTONE® and BedROK® Products](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/zaneez-launches-ct-based-manufacturing-for-its-anklestone-and-bedrok-products): Zaneez Case Study | Launching CT-Based Manufacturing - [Streamlined Tracking System Expedites Production Turnaround Time](https://www.connstep.org/case-study/streamlined-tracking-system-expedites-production-turnaround-time): Tracking System Case Study | Faster Production Turnaround - 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