Purdue University Technical Assistance Program (TAP)

• http://www.tap.purdue.edu/html/mep/
• Helps manufacturers:
  • Increase profitability
  • Develop and implement continuous improvement programs
  • Expand markets
  • Implement new technologies
  • Eliminate waste

Indiana Clean Manufacturing Technology and Safe Materials Institute (CMTI)

• http://www.ecn.purdue.edu/CMTI/
• Offers free and confidential services to Indiana manufacturers.
• Provides assistance in the following areas:
  • Pollution prevention strategies
  • On-site employee training
  • Lean manufacturing (i.e. operational strategy to reduce cycle time and eliminate waste; can reduce time between customer order and shipment)

Indiana Department of Environmental Management Compliance and Technical Assistance Program (CTAP)

• http://www.in.gov/idem/ctap/sectors.html
• Helps small companies with limited environmental staff comply with regulations.
• Provides workshops, informational brochures and recognition programs for small businesses.

Indiana Chamber of Commerce

• http://www.indianachamber.com/
• Provides the following member services:
  • Compliance assistance with various regulations
  • Updates on political activity in the state legislature
  • Access to latest business research
  • Networking opportunities for members