The UW-Madison online Master of Science in Engineering Management (MEM) program is proud to announce the first recipient of the Wayne Pferdehirt Memorial Scholarship is Ryan Gitzke! Ryan was selected because he exemplifies Wayne’s commitment …
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Why Focusing on Lead Time, Not Just Efficiency and Cost, Drives Manufacturing Success
Efficiency and cost matter, but lead time drives true competitiveness. UW–Madison research and industry examples show how shortening lead time improves quality, reduces waste, and enhances responsiveness—helping manufacturers deliver faster, operate leaner, and win more business.
Collaboration is Key, and the Heart of a Custom Course
A successful custom course elevates a company’s workforce and addresses critical training gaps. That success comes from close collaboration between leadership, subject matter experts, instructors, and instructional designers. Here is an example of how one …
Interview with Tony Orzechowski New
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Advance Your Career with InterPro: Empowering Adult Learners
In today’s fast-paced digital world, keeping up with new technologies and the constant flow of information can feel overwhelming. As artificial intelligence and advanced tools reshape the way we work, it is more important than …
Why Most Machine Learning Projects Fail and How Visualization Can Change That
Written by: Anthony McDonald, Associate Professor, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison Machine learning algorithms are increasingly being trained with data from cutting edge sensors part of the Internet of Things …
Engineering Innovation in Action: Dr. Tinjum’s Pioneering Project Reimagines Geothermal Energy in Montana
In summer 2025, Dr. James “Jim” Tinjum, professor in the Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) MEng Program at UW-Madison, traveled to Butte, Montana to explore the modern application of geothermal energy. The purpose of this trip …
The Dual Challenge of Being an Engineering Project Manager
By: Heather Smith Navigating the dual role of an engineering project manager (EPM) is a unique and challenging journey. Imagine being at the crossroads of technical innovation and strategic planning, where every decision you make …