The Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) exists to enhance the competitive position of the state's manufacturing sector. TMAC's manufacturing professionals work with a wide range of industrial firms, delivering training, providing technical assistance and implementing best business practices.

The University of Texas at Arlington is a comprehensive teaching, research and public service institution located in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Its strategic location, innovative student employment programs and state-of-the-art research facilities enhance its partnership with area businesses and industry.

The Automation & Robotics Research Institute (ARRI), part of the College of Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington,  is the premier applied manufacturing assistance and automation research, education and technology transfer center in the Southwest. ARRI prides itself on its proven track record of performing world class research for customers as well as its ability to transfer technology to industry quickly and effectively.

Since 1986, George Group has been accelerating the pace of improvement for a diverse and growing list of global clients. George Group's goal is to help its clients create rapid and sustained improvements in shareholder value and customer satisfaction.