SME Upstate Chapter #164

?? Upstate College Students, join our chapter for a Pizza & Professionals Lunch 12:00pm December 3rd at Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research! ?? Registration is #FREE for college students, but this will help us know how many pizzas to order ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/ev_ACmWN Clemson University Greenville Technical College Tri-County Technical College University of South Carolina Upstate

Veterans, thank you for your service! #veteransday #USA

Join SME Membership for an Emerging Professional Industry Coffee Chat on Project Management! ?? Are you ready to build a solid foundation in project management and boost your career? ??When: Tuesday, November 12 from 2- 2:45 p.m. ET. ??Register Now: https://brnw.ch/21wOvob ?? What You'll Gain: ??Fundamentals of Project Management: Understand key principles and concepts. ??Effective Strategies and Techniques: Discover practical approaches for successful project planning, execution, and evaluation. ??Career Growth Opportunities: Learn how mastering project management can unlock exciting possibilities in various industries. Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills! ?? #ProjectManagement #CareerDevelopment #Networking #EmergingProfessionals

In-Person or Zoom, Join us at this Collaborative Symposium on CMMC and Cybersecurity being hosted by Clemson University, Limestone University, and the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance FREE EVENT: NOVEMBER 20, 2024 10:00-12:00PM https://lnkd.in/ennr_AXX ? What is CMMC Certification and why is it important ? As of October 2024, the Department of Defense (DoD) has finalized a new rule, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. This program aims to enhance cybersecurity within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) by verifying that contractors and subcontractors who handle sensitive government information, like Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), have implemented the necessary security measures. The CMMC program introduces a 3 tiered model of security requirements. Companies will need to pass assessments conducted by either themselves (level 1 only) or third-party assessors to demonstrate their compliance. These assessments will ensure the protection of sensitive information from evolving cyber threats. The DoD is implementing the CMMC program in phases over three years to allow companies time to adapt and meet the new requirements. The rule also outlines the roles and responsibilities of various entities within the CMMC ecosystem, including the CMMC Program Management Office, the Defense Contract Management Agency, the Accreditation Body, and third-party assessment organizations. These entities will work together to ensure the effective implementation and enforcement of the CMMC program. Overall, the CMMC program represents a significant step towards strengthening cybersecurity within the DIB and safeguarding sensitive government information. By requiring contractors and subcontractors to meet specific security standards, the DoD aims to mitigate risks and protect national security interests. This Seminar will include speakers and panels sharing: ?? Expert Tips and Best Practices: Your compliance process, practical cybersecurity workforce training, and . ?? Mitigating Risks: The Challenges for South Carolina Businesses. Ways to Protect your business from penalties and damage to reputation. ?? Ways To Stay Up To Date With Requirements: How to maintain a strong compliance posture and focus on growth. Be ahead of the curve so that you don't miss out on your next project bid for your business. Register Now! https://lnkd.in/ennr_AXX

Our last event of 2024! Upstate SME Chapter will be hosting a facilities tour of JTEKT and CUICAR. This tour will include a student appreciation pizza lunch. A time for professionals and students to engage. Students - Registration is FREE! We realize that this is will be during exam cram time. So students, if you can't participate in the tour, join us for a FREE study break pizza lunch! https://lnkd.in/eXF3xBfR Greenville Technical College Clemson University Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research SME #ENGAGE #RETAIN #ATTRACT #bettertogether #innovation #futureworkforce

Join us on our November tour at Spartanburg Steel on November 14th. Come see the Metal powerhouse of the Southeast! Learn why Spartanburg Steel Products is a leader in the development & manufacturing of a wide range of stamping & complex assemblies for the automotive, heavy truck, and agriculture industries. Special highlights include but are not limited to their massive presses, lean practices & unique robot applications. https://lnkd.in/dav8ARXB #continuouslearning #smartmanufacturing #SME

Become A Corporate Member TODAY! SME Is Committed To Impacting Manufacturing with Talent and Technologies According to the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), replacing an employee can cost a company 50% to 200% of their salary. An SME Membership helps mitigate these losses by fostering a skilled and engaged workforce. By leveraging the resources and connections provided by an SME Corporate Membership, companies can enhance their competitiveness, foster employee growth, and drive overall business success. SME values and understands the compelling impact a highly skilled and diverse workforce has on local and national competitiveness, economic prosperity and national security. Manufacturing Month membership discounts are extended to Friday November 8th! If you are unsure whether your employer is a corporate member, or if you are interested in a corporate membership, please contact?[email protected]. To learn more about the corporate benefits of SME: https://lnkd.in/e3sdHXMT #ToolingU #SmartManufacturing #SCMEP #BetterTogether #ManufacturingMonth

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Want to welcome our new Institutional member Greenville Technical College! As a reminded, our next tour November 14th is Spartanburg Steel Products. College students can register to join this tour for #Free! https://lnkd.in/dav8ARXB #collaboration #nextgeneration #innovation #SME

Thank you Robby Crosby Jr and the team at St?ubli in Duncan for inviting our Upstate Chapter to present at their in-house technical day. Impressive technical demonstrations included: AI Count Tool Integration, Laser Cutting, Palletizing, AGV PF3, Asyril flexible feeding platform and more. What a great experience engaging with the latest in automation industry manufacturer experts from ST?UBLI, Wauseon Machine, SICK Sensor Intelligence, Banner Engineering, CIMTEC Automation, SCHUNK - Hand in hand for tomorrow and visiting professionals. Always looking for opportunities to share about the benefits of SME! #bettertogether #SCMfg #UpstateSC #SCMA #SmartManufacturing #Automation #AIintegration #ContinuousImprovement