Your Path to Manufacturing Excellence Explore how material innovation, intelligent design-to-production strategies, and smart facility planning are shaping the future of manufacturing. Gain expert insights to boost efficiency, strengthen resilience, and build agile, sustainable operations. SME Members enjoy these programs at no cost. Nonmember pricing is $35 per session. Not a member? Consider joining SME to enjoy these and other benefits! JOIN NOW. Please email membership@sme.org with any questions about registering. 2026 Program Lineup – Registration Coming Soon Please note: Dates & Topics are subject to change. March 18 | Exploration of Engineering Materials in ManufacturingExplore the role engineering materials play in manufacturing. Experts will provide insights on how material selection can impact product performance, sustainability, and cost effectiveness in manufacturing. May 20 | Design Prototyping from Concept to ProductionExamine strategies that transform innovative concepts into manufacturable products. Learn about key approaches to prototyping in a competitive and fast-paced manufacturing process. August 26 | Designing for Efficiency: Strategic Approaches to Facility PlanningInvestigate the various strategies for optimizing plant layout and capacity planning. Experts will share ways to enhance productivity, minimize bottlenecks, and scale more efficiently. November 10 | Risk Ready: Developing Resilient Plant OperationsDissect the ways proactive risk management can protect manufacturing operations from costly disruptions. Learn from experts on how to identify, assess, and mitigate risk such as equipment failure and supply chain volatility. 2025 Series Maximizing Operational Efficiency: Lean, Six Sigma, and Beyond. Navigating Regulatory Changes in Manufacturing: Compliance, Safety, and Innovation. Enhancing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to Meet Modern Market Demands Cost Management Strategies: Reducing Overhead and Enhancing Profit Margin
