How to make performance management work for you
How many managers or employees think performance management is worthwhile?
Business Process Improvement to Drive Bottom Line Results
Business process improvement has almost become a "buzzword" - sounds good but what does it mean? What is really accomplished? Many times, companies create volumes of 1-inch thick binders of best practice processes, and yet achieve no bottom line results. Anyone seen these binders collecting dust on the bookshelf? [...]
Scorecards/ Metrics – how to make a difference to your bottom line
Why track performance? Not tracking performance would be the same as if you watched a football game and never knew the score.
Ideas to minimize freight costs in today’s economy
Reduce freight costs with strategies like partnerships, shipment pooling, and using alternative transportation modes
Lessons from my Finance Mentor: How to Turn a Profit
The good news is that none of these actions require sophisticated tools or systems - give it a try today.
Ideas to increase cash flow
Businesses should always look for ways to increase cash flow.
Tips for surviving a physical inventory
Achieve accurate physical inventory counts through thorough preparation, halting movements, clear communication, and progress tracking.
Lessons learned from my Procurement Mentor: Negotiations Success
I've seen many examples of companies and executives insisting on "negotiating" for a reduction in costs at the expense of all else.
Tips for decreasing inventory levels without affecting your customers!
effective inventory reduction strategies that maintain customer satisfaction, emphasizing skilled personnel and structured processes
The Keys to Delivering Exceptional Customer Service
These techniques epitomize "profit through people" - through your customer relationships.