From offices in Boise, Post Falls, Twin Falls, and Pocatello, TechHelp Specialists help Idaho manufacturers, food processors and entrepreneurs improve their competitiveness through continuous product and process innovation.
Lean Transformation is a continuous improvement methodology that empowers employees to create customer value and cut waste. In today’s highly competitive global market, few firms survive by wasting time, money, and resources or by having had poor customer service. The illustration below features the interrelated disciplines that combine to create a sturdy “House of Lean”.
TechHelp has helped with Lean Transformations at Idaho organizations such as:
These companies win business by continually adding value to their products and services.
Contact any member of our Operational Excellence Team or complete a short form to request a free site visit & assessment of your operation.
Listen to a keynote, and four back-to-back pitches followed by a Q&A session then enjoy networking & happy hour. Investors, funders, local startups, and trailhead members will hear pitches from three local/regional startups actively fundraising. Each individual will present a 7-minute pitch with 2-3 minutes of Q&A followed by a networking/social hour.
Join IMA for the monthly HR Cohort group! This is your chance to meet with other HR professionals in manufacturing to discuss hot topics, seek input on issues, and get to know some of your peers. IMA will host this call on the 1st Thursday of the month at 11 am MT/10 am PT.
You can submit topics or questions to tiffany@idmfg.org.
*This event is for the primary or secondary HR representatives from manufacturing companies only*
In today’s competitive environment, companies are fueling growth through leaner operations. Adopting lean practices, which focus on eliminating waste throughout an enterprise, creates cost savings while establishing an environment of continuous improvement. Through CSI’s 2-day interactive and hands-on training, learn how to increase productivity and boost your bottom line by mastering these principles and processes through a lean approach.
Join IMA for the monthly IT Cohort Group Meeting! This is your chance to meet with other IT professionals in manufacturing to discuss hot topics, seek input on issues, and get to know some of your peers. IMA will host this call on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11 am MT/10 am PT. You can submit topics or questions to sheri@idmfg.org.
This event is for the primary or secondary IT representatives from manufacturing companies only.
Are you a non-manufacturer interested in learning more about IMA? Are you wondering how you can get involved? Then join us for a cup of coffee at one of our upcoming Coffee & Connect meetings!
You will learn a bit of IMA history, hear how we’re CONNECTING, SUPPORTING and PROMOTING Idaho manufacturing and discuss how you might like to get involved! You will also get the opportunity to share about your business and meet some like-minded professionals at the same time.
TechHelp sister MEP Center, CMTC and CASCADE, will host a “Cybersecurity Boot Camp” focused on Defense Suppliers. Day 1 of this two-day event will cover: Nation State Threat/OpSec, CMMC and DFARS, and Microsoft Security. Day 2 will cover: Cost Effective Cybersecurity, Vulnerabilities and Zero Clear, and IT and Cloud providers. All Defense Suppliers located in the U.S. with at least 5% of the company’s revenue derived from Defense contracts are eligible to register.
The Idaho District Export Council (DEC) is hosting this event to help exporters identify financial resources to succeed and learn new opportunities to increase export sales. You can attend in person at the Zions Bank Building in downtown Boise or online.
The Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) system is a logical, scientific approach to controlling hazards in food production and is a preventive system assuring the safe production of food products. The principle of HACCP can be applied to production, meat slaughter and processing, shipping and distribution, food service, and home preparation.
Successful completion of this course will result in an Introduction to HACCP Certificate with the International HACCP Alliance seal of approval.
During this free Webinar, regulatory authorities will discuss how to become USDA FSIS registered and inspected and what that means for your business.
Get introduced to the SQF system and prepare to take the SQF Practitioner exam. During this two-day course, you will gain an understanding of the SQF code and how to apply it to food manufacturing. With practical exercises to reinforce learning, you will be able to successfully implement and maintain an SQF System.
Join IMA for the monthly HR Cohort group! This is your chance to meet with other HR professionals in manufacturing to discuss hot topics, seek input on issues, and get to know some of your peers. IMA will host this call on the 1st Thursday of the month at 11 am MT/10 am PT.
You can submit topics or questions to tiffany@idmfg.org.
*This event is for the primary or secondary HR representatives from manufacturing companies only*
Internal Audits are a requirement of all GFSI approved certification schemes (e.g. SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, etc.) and many 3rd party audit programs. Internal audits allow you to audit your facility for gaps and compliance. They are an important tool in the ongoing food safety toolbox for any food manufacturer, packager, and warehouse and distribution company.
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to conduct an internal audit program within your company. The course covers the fundamentals of auditing, useful industry-proven techniques, compliance criteria, how to foster good communication within the facility, the importance of auditor ethics, and gathering objective evidence, nonconformities, and reporting suggestions. This course is for those who are new to internal auditing and those that could use a refresher course.
Join IMA for the monthly IT Cohort Group Meeting! This is your chance to meet with other IT professionals in manufacturing to discuss hot topics, seek input on issues, and get to know some of your peers. IMA will host this call on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11 am MT/10 am PT. You can submit topics or questions to sheri@idmfg.org.
This event is for the primary or secondary IT representatives from manufacturing companies only.
Are you a non-manufacturer interested in learning more about IMA? Are you wondering how you can get involved? Then join us for a cup of coffee at one of our upcoming Coffee & Connect meetings!
You will learn a bit of IMA history, hear how we’re CONNECTING, SUPPORTING and PROMOTING Idaho manufacturing and discuss how you might like to get involved! You will also get the opportunity to share about your business and meet some like-minded professionals at the same time.
Join IMA for the monthly HR Cohort group! This is your chance to meet with other HR professionals in manufacturing to discuss hot topics, seek input on issues, and get to know some of your peers. IMA will host this call on the 1st Thursday of the month at 11 am MT/10 am PT.
You can submit topics or questions to tiffany@idmfg.org.
*This event is for the primary or secondary HR representatives from manufacturing companies only*
