As we enter the 21st century, nearly one of every seven workers in the state's workforce is employed in manufacturing - two million Californians.
Survival is the paramount concern for manufacturers.
Our mission is to help California's manufacturing industry compete successfully in changing markets and the global economy through Applied Competitive Technologies and workforce education. CACTs advance California's economic growth and global competitiveness through technology education, manufacturing training, and services that contribute to continuous workforce development, technology deployment and business development. The CACTs are an initiative of the California Community College's Economic Development Program. Initial consultations and site visits are provided at no charge. Workshops, seminars and customized training may be fully or partially funded by state grants.