Starting a discussion in the Continuous Manufacturing Knowledge Center (CMKC) is a great way to connect with others, share experiences, ask questions, and get helpful feedback from peers who understand your challenges.
Not sure where to begin? Here’s a simple, how-to guide:
Ways to Start a Discussion
- From the Group Banner:
- Go to the group that you want to post in
- Click the “New” button at the top of the group banner.
- Select “Start a Discussion.”
- From Any Group or Discussion Page:
- Click the “Start a Discussion” button on the right-hand side of the page
- From the Homepage
- Click the “Discussions” dropdown in the navigation bar.
- Choose the relevant topic
- You’ll be brought directly to the discussion submission form.
What to Include in Your Discussion Post
1. Title
Give your discussion a clear and descriptive title so others can quickly understand what it’s about.
Example:
“Implementing Real-Time Release Testing (RTRT) in Continuous Manufacturing – Lessons Learned & Questions”
2. Description
This is the main body of your post, include :
- What you’re working on
- What you’ve already tried or learned
- Specific questions or feedback you’re looking for
Tip: There’s no “perfect” post. You can always come back and edit later!
3. Tags (Optional)
Add up to 3 relevant tags to help others discover your post more easily.
Helpful hint:
Add up to 3 relevant tags to help others discover your post more easily—click in the box to see existing tags or type to add your own if needed. Start by selecting from the list before creating new ones.
An example of a great post
Take a look at this Model Discussion Post for inspiration on how to write a discussion that sparks interest and replies from other members.
Final Reminders
- No question is too basic or too specific. The Continuous Manufacturing Knowledge Center is a place to learn, explore, and grow together.
- Your voice matters. Whether you’re asking, sharing, or just curious—you belong here.
- You can always edit your post later if you think of more details or want to add follow-up information.
You’re ready! — Start your discussion-we can’t wait to hear from you.