Automation Alley

Automation Alley is a World Economic Forum Advanced Manufacturing Hub (AMHUB) and a nonprofit Industry 4.0 knowledge center with a global outlook and a regional focus.

About

Automation Alley is Michigan’s leading nonprofit technology and manufacturing business association, connecting industry, academia and government to fuel Southeast Michigan’s economy and accelerate innovation. Automation Alley focuses its efforts on innovation and technology, entrepreneurship, talent development, defense and international business, providing resources, funding and actionable intelligence to help our members grow and prosper in the digital age.
We serve businesses focused on technology and manufacturing — from startups to large corporations — with activities in Michigan.
The mission of Automation Alley is to position Southeast Michigan as a global leader in Industry 4.0 by helping our members increase revenue, reduce costs and think strategically as they keep pace with rapid technological changes in manufacturing.

Services Provided

Business Planning

  • Feasibility Studies
  • Market Plan Development
  • Market Research

Human Resources, Workforce and Talent

  • Workforce Training
  • Workforce Incentives

Import and Export Assistance

  • Identification/Research of Foreign Markets
  • Locating Foreign Distributors
  • Networking/Exploring Exporting
  • Trade Education and Training

Libraries and Research

  • Business Research Resources

Manufacturing, High Tech, Life Sciences Development

  • Health and Safety Training
  • High Tech Development
  • Industrial Technology Research
  • Life Sciences Development
  • Manufacturing Development
  • Quality Improvement (Supply Chain, Six Sigma)
  • Science/Bioscience Seminars
  • Technology Transfer
  • Wet Lab Incubator
  • Small Scale Manufacturing

Operations and Logistics

  • Quality Improvement (Supply Chain, Six Sigma)

Product Development

  • R&D Support

Selling to the Government and Large Corporations

  • Government and Military Specifications
  • HUBZone Certification
  • Selling to Foreign Governments and Businesses
  • Subcontracting Opportunities

Accelerators and Incubators

  • Accelerator
  • Incubator
Contact Information
John Bedz
Address
2675 Bellingham
Troy, MI 48083