The Great Plains Technology and Manufacturing Cluster (Great Plains TMC) was established to assist manufacturing and technology development companies in accessing resources to drive innovation, expand markets, solve problems and help grow the region's prosperity. It is among a portfolio of Regional Innovation Cluster (RIC) initiatives sponsored by the Small Business Administration (SBA).
In addition to providing technical and business assistance services to individual entrepreneurs and manufacturing companies, the Great Plains TMC identifies shared issues and develops innovative solutions that benefit multiple companies simultaneously.
Through the building of public-private partnerships the Great Plains TMC serves as an information and networking hub to promote business formation and expansion while fostering innovation, commercialization, business acceleration, mentorship and workforce development.