Issue link: https://nebusinessmedia.uberflip.com/i/1540484
20 HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | OCTOBER 20, 2025 MEET CONNSTEP CONNSTEP is Connecticut's leading manufacturing solutions provider. We are dedicated to your success, helping you reach your goals by serving as a trusted advisor and resource for all things manufacturing. Our expert team delivers strategic solutions and expertise to accelerate growth and boost productivity in a competitive and changing market. Building on our strong foundation in lean principles and quality standards, we are leaders in helping businesses confidently navigate critical shifts, including cyber threat protection, smart manufacturing implementation, and bridging the workforce skills gap. For over 25 years, CONNSTEP has been the trusted partner in Connecticut manufacturing, continually evolving to anticipate and meet rapid technological advancements, ensuring our clients receive the expert support they need to thrive. CONNSTEP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. To demonstrate our impact on Connecticut manufacturing's growth, we utilize a third- party provider to capture client project metrics, which are then reported to the U.S. Department of Commerce. A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH We provide tailored solutions to help you navigate your unique manufacturing challenges. Whether your organization seeks to increase efficiency by investing in technology or improve your bottom line through lean transformation, we partner with you, leveraging data-driven analysis to deliver actionable strategies designed to achieve impactful results. WHY CHOOSE CONNSTEP? CONNSTEP delivers impactful results for manufacturers. Total Increased & Retained Sales: $220.5M New Client Investments: $27.4M Cost Savings: $9.4M New & Retained Jobs: 1,060 *As reported in client surveys in FY2024. SOLUTIONS FOR SUCCESS | ACCELERATING STRATEGIC GROWTH Execute comprehensive strategic planning, optimize sales and marketing efforts, and launch entrepreneurial ventures, including new product development. | DEVELOPING YOUR PEOPLE & CULTURE Develop strong leaders, refine recruitment and HR operations, optimize workforce development, and effectively manage organizational change. | DRIVING OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE Integrate the right technology solutions, continuous improvement methodologies, and build robust supply chain resilience. | ENSURING YOUR FUTURE WITH COMPLIANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT Navigate complex regulatory landscapes, including cybersecurity (such as CMMC), EHS, ITAR compliance, and quality standards. | ACHIEVING SUSTAINABILITY Implement energy management and efficiency measures and establish systems for accurate environmental reporting and carbon accounting. | GAINING A COMPETITIVE EDGE We offer a comprehensive suite of expert-led training programs year- round—webinars, workshops, and courses—all designed to empower your teams with the practical skills needed to thrive. These trainings include Supervisor Bootcamp, CMMC Bootcamp, Supply Chain Champion, and Continuous Improvement Champion. For information on all of our trainings and events, visit: https://www.connstep.org/events/