Events:

East Bay Manufacturing Industry Mixer

September 16, 2010 - Join us at The Claremont Country Club to hear experts discuss how we can "Manufacture a Better Future for California".
 

Driving Your Top and Bottom Line Results

September 21, 2010 - Learn how to improve your competitive position through sales strategies and operational efficiencies.

UCLA Anderson School: Management Workshop Series

Manex has partnered with UCLA Anderson School of Management to offer management courses.

Manex Lean Certificate Program

Earn your Lean certificate.

In the News:

Manex Launches ERP/MRP Advisory Services

Manex offers ERP implementation services to assist companies in identifying key functionality requirements and selecting the ideal system to meet their needs.

Manex Assessment of NUMMI Suppliers Cited in San Jose Mercury News and Oakland Tribune

Articles discuss challenges facing NUMMI suppliers and reference Manex's work for ACWIB. 

Manex and UC Berkeley Issue Report on Recycled Rubber in Artificial Turf Applications

Review of previous studies combined with independent analysis yields most comprehensive report to date.

Manex Perspective on Future of NUMMI Suppliers Featured on PBS/KQED Radio News

News coverage on NUMMI's last day features recent study commissioned by ACWIB and interview with Manex CEO, Brent Meyers.

Manex Report on Viability of NUMMI Suppliers Cited in New York Times

Manex's work for ACWIB and interview with Manex CEO, Brent Meyers referenced in New York Times article. 

Manex Releases NUMMI Supplier Viability Assessment Report

Manex Report to ACWIB indicates most suppliers' prospects are slim without immediate identification and pursuit of alternative markets.

Manex Tapped to Lead Assistance Effort for NUMMI Suppliers

Manex Engaged by Alameda County Workforce Investment Board to Assist NUMMI Suppliers.

Manex Assistance to NUMMI Suppliers Discussed in San Francisco Business TImes

Manex agrees to help NUMMI suppliers.

Manex Illustrates Benefits of Lean Manufacturing in FLEXO Magazine Article

Manex Engagement Manager, Bill Browne, implements Lean Manufacturing helping printing company, Cellotape to realize significant cost savings.

Manex Vice President Interviewed in Design-2-Part Magazine

Manex Vice President, Jonathan Lee comments on the reversal of offshore manufacturing.

Manex Presents East Bay Manufacturing Summit - "Planning Ahead for 2010"

Manex will host the second annual East Bay Manufacturing Summit in downtown Oakland, CA.

Manex to Speak at IFAI's "Improving Profitability Strategy Forum"

Bill Browne, Engagement Manager with Manex Consulting, will be speaking at the IFAI Expo 2009 in San Diego on September 23, 2009.

Manex CEO Interviewed in SF Chronicle Article on Overseas Manufacturers Losing Price Advantage

Brent Meyers comments on bringing back manufacturing to the United States.

Manex Presents Solano County Manufacturing Summit Featuring Strategies for Success in a Recession

Participants will learn key concepts in strategy and operations management as well as what financing resources are available.

Manex to Present Practical Approaches to Implementing Quality at International Tire Conference

Manex will present two key sessions on implementing quality at the international Tire Conference, May 5-9, 2008 in San Diego.

 

California Integrated Waste Management Board Announces Assistance for Tire-Derived Product Companies Now Available

CIWMB announces TBAP program to help companies pursue market opportunities for products made from California recycled tire rubber.

TBAP Offers a Wide Range of Assistance Services for Eligible Businesses

The Tire-Derived Product Business Assistance Program is now available for eligible businesses.

Manex Continues to Provide Insight to Local Businesses and Universities

Manex professionals will be speaking at events in California.

Manex Ranked Among San Francisco Bay Area's Fastest Growing Companies by the San Francisco Business Times

Manex ranked as the San Francisco Bay Area's 13th fastest growing company.

Manex Awarded $1.5 Million Contract by California Employment Training Panel

This contract provides Manex clients with immediate and simplified access to funds to offset the cost of providing employees with the advanced skills required to meet the demands of an increasingly complex and competitive environment.

Brent Meyers, CEO, Appears on The California Report

Discusses impact of the credit crisis on small and midsize manufacturers.

Brent Meyers, Manex CEO, Interviewed by KQED Public Radio

Discusses current economic environment for manufacturers.

SF Chronicle Article on the Manufacturing Economy Profiles Manex Client and Interviews Manex CEO

American Licorice credits efficient operations for weathering the economic storm.

Manex Named as 7th Fastest Growing Company in San Francisco East Bay Area by Leading Business Journal

Manex ranked seventh within the Fast 50 list, as a result of a solid 341 percent increase in revenue during the past three years.

Manex Helps Northern California Small Manufacturers Increase Sales by $99 Million

Northern California small manufacturers reported significant growth even in the face of a slowing economy.

Jonathan Lee, Manex VP, Keynotes NARI Event

Jonathan Lee presented to NARI on ways to overcome the current challenges faced by the building industry.

Inaugural San Joaquin Manufacturing Summit

Manex hosted the first San Joaquin County Manufacturing Summit on July 22nd in Stockton.


Automation Controls, Bosch and Manex Held Successful Lean Manufacturing Workshop

More than 15 participants representing all levels of manufacturing in the life sciences and solar industries attended the workshop. 


Wilkinson Manufacturing's New Facility Optimizes Flow and Improves Productivity

Manex used  a phased, systematic approach to assist a precision machine shop in reaching their objectives in a new facility.

The Corporation for Manufacturing Excellence (Manex) Awarded $5.1 Million California Scrap Tire Recycling Program Contract

Manex will implement the next phase of the Country's most innovative scrap tire diversion initiative.

Manex to Present Practical Approaches to Implementing Quality at International Tire Conference

Manex will present two key sessions on implementing quality at the international Tire Conference, May 5-9, 2008 in San Diego.

Manex to Exhibit at Alliance West 2008, April 24, 2008

Manex will exhibit at the 5th Annual Small Business Procurement Fair.

Manex to Showcase Services at CLFP Expo, February 5th & 6th, 2008

Manex will showcase in booth #225 at the Sacramento Convention Center.

Manex to Exhibit at PLASTEC West, January 29th - 31st, 2008

Manex will exhibit at the plastics processing show at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Senior Manufacturing Executive, Bill Browne, Joins Manex as a Member of the Northern California Consulting Practice

Manex is pleased to announce the addition of Bill Browne as an engagement manager.

George Lotti and John Nelson Elected to Manex Board of Directors

Top executives in the manufacturing industry will serve on Manex Board.

Manex Launches New Executive Advisory Services

Manex unveils a broad portfolio of services to assist decision makers.

Manex Teams with Ascend Strategic Partners to Maximize Enterprise Value

Strategic alliance will offer a full range of services.

Manex to Participate in Annual Fremont Business Fair

Businesses will have an opportunity to meet with Manex on Friday, May 4th, 2007.

Manex Teams with COO Forum to Host Senior Executive Peer Group

Monthly peer group meetings to be held at Manex corporate headquarters in San Ramon, CA.

Manex to Conduct Interactive Lean Session at SME WESTEC Conference

Manex will provide an in-depth presentation and discussion at WESTEC, March 26th-29th, 2007 in Los Angeles, CA.

Manex Relocates Corporate Headquarters

On February 1, 2007 Manex will relocate its corporate headquarters to Bishop Ranch in San Ramon, CA.

Jonathan Lee Joins Manex Executive Team

Jonathan Lee joins Manex as Director of Corporate Development.

Booz Allen Hamilton's Global Innovation 1000 Report Cites NIST MEP as a Significant Factor in Mastering Innovation

Manex, a NIST MEP network affiliate plays a key role in helping small and Midsize companies.


 

  • Success Stories:

  • Cellotape, Inc.
    Cellotape implements world-class Lean Manufacturing which leads to 32% gain in additional capacity.
  • InsulTech, LLC 
    InsulTech increases throughput and efficiencies, resulting in multi-million dollar OEM contract.
  • Crossfield Products Corp.
    Crossfield applies continuous improvement strategies to achieve measurable improvements to their bottom-line and top-line performance.