Applying Quick Response Manufacturing in Clinical-Grade Custom Manufacturing
See how Quick Response Manufacturing reduces lead times in clinical-grade custom manufacturing through time-based planning and cross-functional teams.
Category: Professional Development
Why Focusing on Lead Time, Not Just Efficiency and Cost, Drives Manufacturing Success
Efficiency and cost matter, but lead time drives true competitiveness. UW–Madison research and industry examples show how shortening lead time improves quality, reduces waste, and enhances responsiveness—helping manufacturers deliver faster, operate leaner, and win more business.
Collaboration is Key, and the Heart of a Custom Course
A successful custom course elevates a company’s workforce and addresses critical training gaps. That success comes from close collaboration between leadership, subject matter experts, instructors, and instructional designers. Here is an example of how one company found unique ways to collaborate with InterPro on their custom courses. An international aerospace company approached InterPro to design …
Interview with Tony Orzechowski
Artificial intelligence is all around us. When it comes to using this tool in the workplace, it can be hard to know where to start. We sat down with Tony Orzechowski, instructor and retired professional in data analytics, manufacturing, and engineering, to talk about the benefits of AI in the workplace and how we can …
Advance Your Career with InterPro: Empowering Adult Learners
In today’s fast-paced digital world, keeping up with new technologies and the constant flow of information can feel overwhelming. As artificial intelligence and advanced tools reshape the way we work, it is more important than ever to keep learning and find meaningful ways to stand out in your profession. InterPro’s professional development programs are built …
Engineering Innovation in Action: Dr. Tinjum’s Pioneering Project Reimagines Geothermal Energy in Montana
In summer 2025, Dr. James “Jim” Tinjum, professor in the Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) MEng Program at UW-Madison, traveled to Butte, Montana to explore the modern application of geothermal energy. The purpose of this trip was to assess the use of warm water in a deep mine shaft for heating the adjacent Mike Mansfield Federal …
Tyson Foods Leads with Process Safety Management Professionals
Six professionals from Tyson Foods’ Corporate PSM team recently earned their Process Safety Management Professional (PSMP) credentials. This milestone reflects Tyson’s continued investment in safety excellence and professional development. Offered jointly by the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Interdisciplinary Professional Programs and the Industrial Refrigeration Consortium (IRC), the PSMP supports professionals involved with Process Safety Management (PSM) …
The Dual Challenge of Being an Engineering Project Manager
By: Heather Smith Navigating the dual role of an engineering project manager (EPM) is a unique and challenging journey. Imagine being at the crossroads of technical innovation and strategic planning, where every decision you make impacts both the engineering team and the project’s success. If you’re an exceptional project manager, some might question your engineering …