News & Updates

Stay informed with the latest manufacturing news, insights, updates, and announcements from CONNSTEP.

Inside Connecticut Manufacturing: Innovation, Talent and the Future of Industry
By Amanda Beaulieu • October 30, 2026
The 2026 Manufacturing Tour showcased the companies, technologies and workforce development programs strengthening Connecticut manufacturing—and the partnerships helping the industry innovate, adapt and grow.
CONNSTEP Cybersecurity Consultant Anna Mumford Wins Women of Innovation Award
By Amanda Beaulieu • October 28, 2026
“I’m incredibly honored to receive this award,” said Mumford. “Thank you to the CT Tech Council for recognizing the importance of cybersecurity in strengthening our business community.”
Cybersecurity: A Manufacturing Must
By Amanda Beaulieu • October 2, 2026
From protecting operations to meeting contract requirements, cybersecurity has become essential to manufacturing resilience.
“People are getting really engaged,” CONNSTEP president and CEO Beatriz Gutierrez said on WTNH News
September 14, 2026
“People are getting really engaged,” CONNSTEP president and CEO Beatriz Gutierrez said of the Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut on WTNH News 8’s CTBuzz.
Website screen shot of CMMC 2.0 Help Now Compliance Estimator webpage
By Amanda Beaulieu • August 6, 2026
Learn how CONNSTEP's new CMMC 2.0 Compliance Estimator helps defense manufacturers assess readiness and estimate compliance costs in minutes.
New CONNSTEP board members Michael Scotto and Christian Colon.
By Amanda Beaulieu • August 4, 2026
CONNSTEP announcement about the election of new Board of Directors members Michael Scotto and Christian Colon.
CONNSTEP Anna Mumford Women of Innovation 2026 Finalist
By Amanda Beaulieu • August 3, 2026
“To be recognized alongside so many inspiring women who are advancing STEM and driving innovation across Connecticut is truly meaningful,” said Anna Mumford.
Electric Boat Secures Historic U.S. Navy Contract to Expand Submarine Production
By Amanda Beaulieu • July 30, 2026
General Dynamics Electric Boat has been awarded contract modifications as part of the U.S. Navy's $76.6 billion shipbuilding contract for 14 additional submarines.
U.S. Capitol building with digital circuit background and shield icon, suggesting cybersecurity and government protection
By Amanda Beaulieu • July 14, 2026
"The pause in CMMC Phase II gives companies additional time to prepare, strengthen their cybersecurity posture, and address gaps before future requirements take effect."
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