



Washington State Manufacturing Needs Analysis
Washington's small manufacturers play a crucial role in the state's economy. This report profiles the challenges facing these firms, and what services they feel they need to remain or become competitive in the marketplace. This report focused on approximately 300 small and mid-sized manufacturers across the State with specific contact targets in Western Washington, Puget Sound, and Central and Eastern Washington. Washington Manufacturing Services (WMS) paid for this report to provide needed information to target our activities over the next few years. Read more.
For more information about this report, contact Robin Horrell at the WMS, 425-438-1146, extension 105.
Legislative Information Packet (PDF, 18 MB)
This report gives statistical information on the impact of Washington Manufacturing Services on Washington State manufacturers. It includes overviews on WMS services, funding comparisons with other MEP Centers in the United States, 10th year Federal review summary report, and reports on WMS clients. Read more (PDF, 18 MB)
Lean & Environment Case Study: Canyon Creek Cabinet Company (PDF)
The Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) and Washington Manufacturing Services (WMS) partnered in a Lean and environment pilot project to provide technical assistance to Canyon Creek Cabinet Company (Canyon Creek), a large manufacturer of custom frameless and framed style cabinetry in Monroe, Washington. This is the Ecology’s final report on the project. Read more (PDF)