Automation Alley

Automation Alley
Automation Alley drives the growth and image of Southeast Michigan’s technology economy through a collaborative culture that focuses on workforce and business development initiatives. 

More than 800 businesses, educational institutions and government entities belong to Automation Alley, covering an eight county area and the City of Detroit. Automation Alley promotes regional prosperity through the International Business Center, which provides business attraction services and exporting assistance; the Technology Center, which brings together businesses, educators and government to help entrepreneurs accelerate technology commercialization; and the GLIMA Network, a state-wide association for individuals engaged with and involved in technology-oriented industries.

Member Extranet
The Alley's Member Extranet is exclusive to members and offers a variety of benefits and services, including:

  •   Press Release System
  •   Calendar of Events
  •   Marketing Toolbox
  •   HR Toolbox
  •   Member Profile
  •   Resumes
  •   Job postings
  •   Member Discounts

The Extranet can easily be accessed by logging in to www.automationalley.com.

News Room
Press releases posted by members are stored in the Alley's News Room, and are archived dating back to 1999. In addition, resources for the media, previous print and electronic newsletters, the Alley's Annual Report and the Second Annual Technology Industry Report. Click here to access the News Room.  

Education and Training
Workforce development is a key component of Automation Alley. We are continually working to build, attract and retain Southeast Michigan's current and future knowledge-based workforce. For more information on education and training, click here.

Career Resources 
The Alley is always looking to assist members in their search for new careers or new hires. Within the Alley's Web site, individuals seeking employment or internship opportunities can post their resume here, and search the Alley's job bank. In addition, employers seeking new hires can post available openings by visiting the Member Extranet.

Business Resources
Invaluable resources through the Technology Center,  International Business Center and GLIMA are available to clients and members, including: 

  • Recognition in high profile Automation Alley communications and publicity campaigns
  • Networking opportunities through seminars and events sponsored by Automation Alley and/or member companies
  • Employee training and development
  • Funding for high-tech research and development through current and prospective grants
  • Global export opportunities

To view all of the Alley's business resources, click here.

Calendar of Events
All Alley members can post upcoming events on the Alley's online calendar of events. To post an event, log in to the Member Extranet on the front page of the Alley Web site.

Member Directory
Members of the Alley are all listed in the online Member Directory, which provides a brief company description and hyperlink. To access the Member Directory, click here. To update your member profile, log in to the Member Extranet on the front page of the Alley Web site.

Technology Center
Automation Alley's Technology Center brings together businesses, educators and government to help entrepreneurs accelerate the commercialization of new technologies and services. With the Technology Center's support and resources, ideas are turned into usable, marketable technology solutions. For more information on the Technology Center, click here.

International Business Center
The Automation Alley International Business Center (IBC) presents new opportunities for international business organizations that would like to establish a business presence in Southeast Michigan, in addition to available assistance for small to medium sized enterprises that would like to send their products and services into the global marketplace. For more information on the IBC, click here.

GLIMA
The GLIMA Network provides life-long learning opportunities to its members and supports Michigan’s technology economy. With nearly 1,000 members, GLIMA has nine chapters located throughout Michigan. For more information on GLIMA, click here.