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Manufacturing Extension Centers and Private Consultants: Collaboration or Competition
Based on surveys of companies and consultants, the study concludes that Manufacturing Extension Centers (MEC) do not compete directly with private consultants. MECs encourage greater openness of manufacturers to change, enabling them to benefit more from outside assistance.
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http://www.nexus-associates.com/centers_vs_consult_sec.pdf