The Centers for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT)

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About The Centers for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT)

Investor type

Incubator & Accelerator

First check

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Applications

All year round

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Program fees

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Themes

space tech

business automation

robotics

hiring

newspace

industry 4.0

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Funding Stages

5. Growth

Countries of investment

USA

Who we are

The Centers for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT) help California manufacturers compete successfully in changing markets and the global economy through technology education, manufacturing training and services that contribute to continuous workforce development. The CACT provides expertise in technology deployment and business development. Services include onsite training, low-or-no cost technical assistance and educational workshops, as well as information on how to qualify for state funds to assist with retraining employees and upgrading equipment. The CACT also provides industry-specific reports on manufacturing, emerging industries and technologies, strategies for addressing specialized economic/workforce issues, promotes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education through school presentations, the development of recruitment tools & strategic partnerships, and provides many other resources to help industry, educators, and students succeed in California.

Funding Requirements

We accelerate early-stage technology and advanced manufacturing ventures by providing access to on-campus incubator space, labs, and workforce development resources.

Value add

Customized employee training and workforce development support; access to advanced technology, manufacturing equipment, and technical labs; CAD, CAM, CNC, and automation implementation guidance; technical process evaluations and optimization; industry intelligence and workforce insights; and connections with community colleges, faculty, and regional economic development organizations.