KMS Blog

We have pulled together information we believe may be beneficial to you and your organization from our internal subject matter experts and external resources. Let us know if there is a topic that you would like one of our experts to cover.  Drop us a line.

  • KMS CEO Testifies at US Senate Hearing on Manufacturing

    KMS CEO Speaks to US Senate

    November 18, 2020

    Kansas Senator Jerry Moran, Chairman of the Commerce Subcommittee on Manufacturing, Trade and Consumer Protection, chaired a hearing titled “Examining the American Manufacturing Industry’s Response...

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  • Combat fear for manufacturers returning to work

    Six Ways to Combat Fear in your Manufacturing Company

    April 29, 2020

    We have been united by this pandemic in so many ways – supporting our frontline workers, caring for our families, and staying home to save lives. This tragedy has brought out the best in so many of...

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  • 5 Reasons a NAICS Code Can Benefit You

    April 4, 2020

    Be NAICS Proud.  Let everyone know that you are a Kansas manufacturer!  An industry classification can have multiple benefits for your business.   What is a NAICS code?  To answer that, let’s...

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  • RnD Tax Credits for Manufacturers

    R&D Tax Credits

    March 4, 2020

    THE BEST TAX INCENTIVE YOU ARE PROBABLY MISSING The Research and Development tax credit is often an overlooked benefit for businesses.  Some businesses are just not aware of the tax credit. Others ...

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  • ERP Solutions with KMS

    ERP Systems for Manufacturers

    March 4, 2020

    The Strategic Importance of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Be forewarned, I’ll admit it, I’m an ERP true believer. In more than forty years of designing, selecting, and implementing ERP systems...

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  • Strategic Planning with KMS

    Strategic Planning is a Process

    December 10, 2019

    Article contributed by Jeff McGowan of peer western New York MEP Center, Insyte. Strategic planning sets the course for where your company is going.  For manufacturing, a business that relies on...

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  • MAMTC is now KMS Video

    September 9, 2019

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  • Exporting: Should You or Shouldn't You?

    August 6, 2019

      In today’s global marketplace, customers want to purchase products and services made in the U.S. because they recognize that American products and services have a reputation for quality, value...

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  • Gaining a Competitive Advantage with QMS

    July 6, 2019

    Have you ever found yourself going to a movie because the starring actor was an Oscar winner?  After the Grammy Awards, are you more inclined to download a song because of the results? You’re not...

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  • Social Media for Manufacturers - LinkedIn

    10 LinkedIn Groups Manufacturers Should Consider

    June 13, 2019

    LinkedIn Groups provide a place for professionals in the same industry or with similar interests to share their insights and experiences, ask for guidance, and build valuable connections. Here is a...

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