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Autism Job Fair works to connect employers with people on the spectrum
November 2, 2023By Dee DePass, StarTribune, October 27, 2023 Â Bremer Bank, Andersen Windows, Metro Transit, MHealth Fairview, HyVee, Minneapolis Police and ...
Read ArticleHow Does Auto and Vacuum Bag Sealing Work?
October 31, 2023In today’s manufacturing and distribution sectors, maintaining product quality while streamlining operations is paramount. A crucial player in achieving this ...
Read ArticleEmployers, approach hiring of people with disabilities in creative, open-minded ways
October 27, 2023MINNPOST By Jeanne Eglinton  There are more than 100,000 Minnesotans with disabilities who are ready and motivated to work ...
Read ArticleMinneapolis-based disabilities employer receives 2023 Supplier Performance Award from United States Postal Service
October 26, 2023By Goff Public Award recognizes suppliers who make outstanding contributions to the Postal Services’ success. MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – MDI today ...
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Common Questions About MDIÂ 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.
