The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and Softweb Solutions have partnered to empower Illinois manufacturers

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Softweb Solutions, an IT company specializing in AI and data, collaborates with IMEC, a professional training and coaching company for manufacturers.

Together, they are helping Illinois manufacturers modernize their systems with digital solutions that help them grow and stay competitive. With a focus on enhancing efficiency, innovation, and measurable results, they are already solving real manufacturing problems, creating long-lasting impact, and helping companies scale sustainably.

Companies that are already gaining the benefits

Midwest Packaging is a leading packaging solutions provider. Their challenge was high employee turnover and a training process that was difficult to scale. IMEC and Softweb designed and implemented a Learning Management System (LMS) that integrates with their existing tools, streamlines onboarding, and helps managers track performance in real time. The system facilitates faster training, improved confidence in employee development, and a 40% reduction in onboarding time.

Hennig is a global manufacturer, specializing in machine protection, facility safety, and chip and coolant management solutions. They wanted a solution to help their sales team reduce the time it takes to close deals and give customers a better view of their products. IMEC and Softweb built an augmented reality CPQ app that allows sales reps to show 3D models of conveyors right in the customer’s facility. With real-time quoting and visualization, Hennig’s sales cycle is now 30% faster, requiring fewer in-person visits and increasing customer trust.

About IMEC

IMEC is a National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NIST MEP) center. They support manufacturing businesses in Illinois with tools, resources, and expert support to enhance their competitiveness, drive growth, and build sustainable futures.

About Softweb Solutions

Softweb Solutions, an Avnet company, is a leading IT company that empowers enterprises and SMBs by building resilient systems using modern technologies such as AI, data analytics, machine learning, IoT, computer vision, and more.

In this collaboration, Softweb is bringing technology expertise and an innovative approach. They embed themselves into client teams, listen to the challenges, and design solutions that truly fit. IMEC recognizes them as trusted partners who are committed to innovation, measurable outcomes, and long-term success.