MIE Solutions

08/21/2026

This week at Sip Club, 40+ manufacturing professionals joined Mark Enright to discuss what it takes to turn a great design into a scalable product.

From engineering to production, what does it really take to scale manufacturing?

👉 Bringing operations into product development early.
👉 Making engineering and manufacturing one team.
👉 Not overlooking the basics: BOMs, documentation, tooling, and suppliers.

See you at next month's Sip Club! ☕

08/20/2026

Great to see Advanced Manufacturing feature MIE Solutions’ latest Automation Readiness Report 📕, ranking Texas, Indiana, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Montana as the top states for manufacturing innovation.

Our report looked at digital infrastructure, workforce density, shop-floor technology, financial support, productivity, utilities, AI adoption, and robotics usage across all 50 states.

As our VP of Sales Dean Dunagan shared, automation is no longer just a competitive advantage. It is becoming essential for manufacturers that want to stay viable and grow. 🌿

Texas and Indiana know a bit about automation. In fact, they’re among the top states listed in MIE Solutions’ latest report on automation in manufacturing.

08/05/2026

Last month's Sip Club brought together 40 manufacturing professionals for a lively discussion on Lean Manufacturing and what it really takes to build a culture of continuous improvement.

A few key takeaways:
👉 Lean is about eliminating waste—not just reducing costs.
👉 Sustainable improvement starts with leadership but succeeds when frontline teams are empowered.
👉 The best solutions often come from the people closest to the work.

A huge thank you to Jason Wright and Jeff Osorio for sharing practical insights and real-world experiences that sparked great conversation throughout the session.

What does Lean mean in your organization?

07/17/2026

🎉 Happy World Emoji Day from MIE Solutions! 🎉

To celebrate, we asked a few of our team members a question: “What’s your emoji of the day?" Enjoy their answers 😂

07/10/2026

Traceability doesn’t have to fall apart because of little mistakes.

In this video, MIE Consultant Jason d’Elseaux shares the common traceability challenges he sees in the field ... missed labor entries, material moves that happen physically but not in the system, and process steps that don’t get captured in the moment ... and how a flexible ERP helps manufacturers correct course when real-world processes don’t go perfectly.

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July!
Stay safe and enjoy the holiday.

07/02/2026

Last week, we hosted an educational webinar for nearly 100 customers with Chris Shocknesse, Senior Support Analyst, focused on how the MRP module in MIE Trak Pro helps manufacturers gain deeper visibility into material planning beyond standard reports.

Chris covered when companies should consider using MRP, how it differs from standard reporting, and how it can support more connected purchasing and production planning. 💡

You rock, Chris! 🎸

06/19/2026

Happy Father’s Day! 💙

To celebrate, we sat down with MIE Solutions’ father-son duo, Josh and Jacob Smith, for a special interview about family, working together, and the lessons passed from one generation to the next.

As you watch, join us in celebrating the fathers who inspire us every day.

06/19/2026

At yesterday's Sip Club ☕, we were reminded that strong manufacturing companies don't wait until a leadership vacancy occurs to think about succession planning. Thank you to David Fink of Russell Reynolds Associates for sharing practical strategies for assessing readiness, developing internal talent, and aligning leadership pipelines with future business needs, and to Jeff Osorio for facilitating the conversation.

05/22/2026

This month’s Sip Club ☕ focused on a skill every manufacturing leader needs but few love: public speaking. Communications expert Bryan Flanagan shared practical advice on delivering stronger presentations, cutting filler words, and gesturing with confidence — reminding us that 'effective' beats 'comfortable' every time. Thanks to the nearly 50 customers and manufacturing professionals who joined the conversation!