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Applied Strategies International LTD. MIDWEST TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms TAAF Applied Strategies International LTD ASI the Midwest Trade Adjustment Assistance Center provides consulting services and technical assistance to manufacturers in Illinois Minnesota and Wisconsin. Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms TAAF is a program for companies that have been affected by import competition and want to improve their competitive position. This unique focused source of consulting and technical service assistance offers up to 75000 in cost sharing of projects aimed at enhancing a domestic companys ability to compete successfully.