The Rise of Multi-State Manufacturing: What Expanding Plants Need to Know About Labor Laws & Payroll Compliance in the DMV
Why multi-state is booming and why compliance gets harder Cross-border production footprints are normal now: DC-area OEMs and suppliers are opening satellite warehouses in Northern Virginia, adding second shifts in Maryland, and staffing service teams inside the District. Great for growth, tricky for payroll. Each jurisdiction adds unique rules for pay frequency, overtime, leave, and […]
The New Skills Gap in Manufacturing: How SMB Plants in D.C. Can Compete for Talent Against Bigger Employers
Manufacturing in Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region is evolving faster than most small and midsize businesses (SMBs) can hire. Automation, new technologies, compliance demands, and shifting workforce expectations have created a new type of skills gap, one that isn’t just about technical ability. Today’s gap is about finding people who can grow, adapt, and […]