Colorado Roots. National Impact.

Join the Colorado Manufacturing Network

Help us create an interconnected network tying together our abundant resources so that manufacturers can finally have a one-stop shop to address all of their needs from start-up to succession planning

Step 1: Join the Colorado Manufacturing Network

Join the Colorado Manufacturing Network (CMN) and help us build the Colorado manufacturing base into a hyperconnected, secure, and resilient ecosystem of local and regional suppliers who can more easily connect and interact with the government and industry organizations that rely on them.

Step 2: Join Sustainment

When you join the Sustainment platform, you work directly with the largest community of manufacturers in the US. Joining the platform is completely free; simply add details about your company, capacities, and certifications. Whether you’re an OEM or a small supplier, the Sustainment platform will help you quickly find new qualified suppliers, identify manufacturing resources, and access opportunities.

Access to the platform allows you to:

Connect and collaborate with buyers and over 25,000 other community members
Showcase your business and capabilities
Explore unlimited opportunities
Search for and connect with suppliers based on equipment, materials, certifications, and more.

Want more assistance? Feel free to fill out the Join the Colorado Manufacturing Network form and a representative from the Network will contact you to help you claim your profile or resource card on Sustainment!

Step 3: Get a Verified Badge on Sustainment

A Verified Badge on Sustainment sets you apart and provides a competitive advantage. Verified suppliers receive additional brand exposure through social media and other marketing channels. For buyers, the verified status provides an additional level of confidence in prospective vendors’ capabilities, certifications, and other key information.

Apply for Badge Verification using the link in your Sustainment profile. A Manufacturer’s Edge representative will contact you to schedule a time to tour your facility and complete the verification process.

Step 4: Supplier Scouting Services

Manufacturer’s Edge is here to help you with every aspect of your Supplier Scouting needs. The first step is to set up your company profile on the Sustainment platform and take advantage of their robust mapping and sourcing capabilities that have led to numerous meaningful connections for manufacturers in the state of Colorado and across the country.

Moving beyond the Sustainment platform, Manufacturer’s Edge and the MEP National Network also offer two additional services. One is for those looking for new suppliers and one is for companies interested in becoming a supplier.

Step 5: Supply Chain Self Assessment

To start the process of evaluating your organization’s supply chain strategy, Manufacturer’s Edge is pleased to offer a complementary self-assessment and consultation package. The self-assessment tool consists of 51 questions covering four main areas of focus. Once completed, you will have the option to schedule a virtual session with Ryan Burns to review your results and discuss next steps, which may include in-house solutions, ongoing assistance, or a more in-depth in-person evaluation.