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ATP is Part of NIST

NIST's Mission … Strengthen the U.S. economy and improve the quality of life by working with industry to develop and apply technology, measurements, and standards.

• $773 million FY 2004 operating budget
• 3,000 employees
• 1,800 associates
• NIST laboratories : National measurement standards
• Advanced Technology Program : $2,114 million co-funding with industry since 1990
• Manufacturing Extension Partnership : 400 centers nationwide to help small manufacturers
• Baldrige National Quality Award