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Identify, Understand and Manage Health Plan Risk within M&A

April 19, 2022 1648

With more companies transitioning from fully insured to self-insured health plans, the claims liability that once primarily fell on the insurance carrier is now more directly the employer’s responsibility.
Four Characteristics of Great Middle Managers

April 19, 2022 1360

Middle managers are often the unsung heroes in times of change. This is especially true as the pandemic has stressed organizations with operational challenges and talent shortages. Middle managers play a critical role in successfully navigating today’s environment. They are the ones who help ensure organizations are successful. However, their contributions and potential for positive impact often go unrecognized.
Welcome to Bill Rayl, MMA's New Executive Director of Workforce Solutions

April 14, 2022 2119

As Michigan manufacturers face increasing competition across this great nation of ours and around the world for skilled talent, and as the need for skilled workers to develop and implement new advanced technologies reaches a critical juncture, MMA welcomes one of the country’s most recognized experts to the MMA family to serve as that connector for Michigan manufacturers.
Preparing for Cyberattacks and Limiting Liability

March 4, 2022 1667

Now is the time for companies to ensure that they undertake a comprehensive risk assessment and implement the necessary cybersecurity measures to mitigate potential liability in the event of a cyberattack.
CONNEX Michigan

March 3, 2022 1729

CONNEX™ Michigan is a cloud-based, industry-designed software platform that centralizes the Michigan supply chain network into a searchable scouting database and integrates with the national Manufacturers Marketplace, sponsored by the National Association of Manufacturers.
Nearly 17,000 Michigan High School Students to Receive Manufacturing and Engineering Education Opportunity Through the SME Education Foundation

February 24, 2022 1255

The SME Education Foundation received $6 million from the state of Michigan as part of the 2021 education budget to scale the SME PRIME initiative across the state. The award increases the number of schools participating in the unique manufacturer/educator partnership-driven SME PRIME initiative by 16 — there are already 17 SME PRIME schools in Michigan.
The Importance of Knowing Your Company Culture and Employee Engagement in the Age of The Great Resignation

February 24, 2022 2307

This turnover is creating a vacuum for businesses who are losing talent and are unable to recruit new hires quickly enough. As an employer, it is essential to understand the top concerns of your employees and how they affect your hiring, retention, and overall employee engagement.
Action is Needed to Stem the Growing Disruption Caused by Border Blockade

February 10, 2022 1568

Canadian truckers have brought their pandemic protests to the US border and, as the situation persists, the team here at MMA is watching closely and urging swift resolution to prevent further disruption to the free flow of people and goods between our nations.
A Key to Facility Security

February 10, 2022 1579

Many employers think they know exactly who has keys to their facility and where those keys are. But, if you don’t have patented key control at your facility, a policy that is being enforced and a way to manage keys, you really don’t know who has access to what.
New GM Commitment Confirms Michigan is Poised for Future Investment

January 25, 2022 1646

New investment from GM is expected to create 4,000 direct jobs in Michigan with a positive impact on our members in the supply chain. It also confirms that Michigan is poised for future economic growth thanks to MMA, legislative and gubernatorial leadership.