Does manufacturing extension matter? An evaluation of the Industrial Technology Extension Service in New York
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The Industrial Technology Extension Service (ITES) in NY State is assessed using an exhaustive evaluation program embracing both qualitative and quantitative tests. Companies participating in the ITES program indicate enhanced productivity, shortening of processing times and lesser manpower needs. This suggests that manufacturing extension programs like ITES should concentrate on value added products or specialized services instead of only targeting a decrease in manufacturing expenses. Companies should also avail of lasting assistance from these programs to maximize gains.
Publication Name: Research Policy
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0048-7333
Year: 1996
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A measure of federalism: assessing manufacturing technology centers
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Manufacturing technology centers (MTCs) are part of a national network of extension centers synchronized by the Manufacturing Extension Partnership characterizing the novel model of economic distribution, conventional localism and new federalism. Methods of evaluating MTCs are tackled relative to the rise of inter-firm collaboration among business enterprises. Unpredictable changes in the economy necessitate breaking up of centralization of authority in single and groups of firms, which then entail reevaluation in the development of performance assessments.
Publication Name: Research Policy
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0048-7333
Year: 1996
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Performance benchmarking and measuring program impacts on customers: lessons from the Midwest Manufacturing Technology Center
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The program performance measurement and customer evaluation employed on the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) rectify defects of most program evaluations. Implications from the MMTC analysis include the need for program evaluators to deal with issues specific to an industry. The extension program management should also include performance analysis and project programs designed to differentiate their customers who are found to be intimidated by stiff market competition and only avail of programs that give brief cuts in expenses.
Publication Name: Research Policy
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0048-7333
Year: 1996
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