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Meta Tool Technologies is a tier 2 automotive supplier; specializing in engineering design services and manufacturing of tooling specific to lightweighting automotive steel and aluminum components. 
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​A futurePREP'd partner since 2023.

​Business Partner Challenge #1:

​How can Meta Tool optimize the use of their floor space?
Our experience . . .

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We gave this team a real challenge that we needed them to solve.  They can come back in a few months to see the results of their work." ~ Business Ambassador, Meta Tool Technologies

     "I really liked being able to solve a real world problem and being right at the company." ~  Luke, HS Student

     "These students were fully invested in the business.  They saw the real world relevance of the problem and worked hard to finding a viable solution."  Educator
 
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Click here for Team Meta Tool Technologies' journey on Padlet.
Business Partner Challenge #2:

How can we improve the Meta Tool Technologies 'Stock Room' for more efficient location, use, inventory , and reordering?

Our experience . . .
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"This program is so dynamic! It offers a window for students to be in the business world, work with their peers and learn soft skills. The Meta Tool team was absolutely amazing!" ~ Ms VanSingel, fP Facilitator

     "I'm always so surprised with the good ideas these kids come up with." ~ Graham, Meta Tool Technologies Employee

     "This was awesome! I came in nervous and left with friends!" ~ Mia, HS Student

​Click here for the Team Meta Tool Technologies' journey on Padlet.
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