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Alan Hupp Joins MDI Board of Directors
May 30, 2024Alan Hupp, Owner, Hupp Holdings LLC Education: Miami University, United States Military Academy Minneapolis-based nonprofit manufacturer MDI is excited to announce the appointment of Alan Hupp to its Board of Directors. In this role, Alan will provide guidance and oversight to the organization as it carries out its mission of creating meaningful employment opportunities for ... Read moreRead Article
Unified Work | Why Soft Skills Matter in Today’s Workplace
May 30, 2024In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the importance of soft skills cannot be overstated. While technical skills and qualifications are undoubtedly essential, it’s often the soft skills that set individuals apart and pave the way for long-term success in their careers. At Unified Work, we understand the significance of cultivating these skills, which is why ... Read moreRead Article
MDI employees show up for a day of advocacy at the Minnesota State Capitol
April 15, 2024On Thursday, April 4, more than 70 employees from MDI locations in Hibbing, Grand Rapids and Minneapolis came together for a day of civic engagement at the Minnesota State Capitol. Advocacy – the process of engaging with elected officials and government agencies to encourage a specific action – is an important part of civic ... Read moreRead Article
Plymouth resident shows value of those with disabilities in the workforce
April 1, 2024By Sun Sailor, March 29, 2024 Matt Kyrllis completed a Minnetonka internship with the help of MDI’s Unified Work program. Plymouth resident Matt Kyrllis is taking his future into his own hands with the help of Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI), a manufacturing company based in Minneapolis with a nonprofit mission to empower people with ... Read moreRead Article
Common Questions About MDI Services
Kitting and assembly services combine individual components into complete, ready-to-ship products or kits. Manufacturers use these services to streamline packaging, reduce internal labor demands, and improve consistency. Work often includes assembly, labeling, inspection, and final packaging.
Manufacturers typically outsource kitting and assembly when internal teams are at capacity or labor is hard to hire. Outsourcing also makes sense when work is repetitive, labor-intensive, or not core to production. It helps maintain throughput without adding headcount.
Outsourcing shifts labor-heavy work to a dedicated production partner. This reduces overtime, burnout, and reliance on temporary staffing. Internal teams can focus on core manufacturing tasks while maintaining output.
