FORGE Spring 2026 Manufacturing Readiness Workshop – Planning for Scaling Manufacturing

This workshop provides an in-depth exploration of strategies for effectively scaling manufacturing processes for startups and small businesses. The session covers critical areas such as defining a strong business foundation, assessing manufacturing readiness, and introducing Design for Excellence (DfX) principles. It also delves into prototyping, supplier selection, and supply chain optimization, emphasizing aligning resources and planning actionable steps for scalable growth. By featuring insights from a case study, participants will gain actionable tools to streamline operations and achieve sustainable scaling.