Jay Jacobs Awarded NHs 2017 Entrepreneur of the Year
Summary
“I’m glad I tried.” Jacobs founded RAPID in 2001 and uses a disruptive technology approach with state-of-the art machines to produce parts specific to each customer, tracking each order and its status for the day on a real-time basis via TV screens throughout the manufacturing facilities.RAPID has developed unique software (eRAPID) that its customers utilize for real time and reactive quoting of prices, design feedback, and part ordering; a competitive market advantage.The annual celebration was held at Southern NH University, the award honors an individual who has significantly advanced innovation in the Granite State over his or her career.Jacobs was selected from four New Hampshire finalists.“I’m glad I tried.”Jacobs founded RAPID in 2001 and uses a disruptive technology approach with state-of-the art machines to produce parts specific to each customer, tracking each order and its status for the day on a real-time basis via TV screens throughout the manufacturing facilities.RAPID has developed unique software (eRAPID) that its customers utilize for real time and reactive quoting of prices, design feedback, and part ordering; a competitive market advantage.