Profit Through People
Once the people elements are in place, processes compliment them. Implementing processes boils down to planning, executing, auditing and standardizing. Again, the key to success ties back to people.
Cycle Counting
The main goal of cycle counting is to cycle through your inventory to ensure inventory accuracy on a consistent basis.
A Few Secrets to Plant Manager Success
Today's international business climate is becoming more and more competitive and tough to stand out in the crowd.
Sales Strategies
No company can be successful without sales growth. Thus, a few sales strategies are always needed. Do not "sell" - sounds like I've lost my mind but "selling" in the traditional sense is no longer largely successful. And, who wants to "peddle the streets"? Instead focus on providing value. [...]
Finance… bean-counters or value added resources?
Would you be surprised to learn that with ALL three of my examples, there were naysayers who thought there was something wrong with the resource?
Reducing waste
In manufacturing, the only route to success is to manage costs, reduce waste, and increase efficiencies. From a waste point-of-view, here are six tips to successfully reduce waste which will not only reduce costs but it also improve customer service.
Strategy – it doesn’t fail in formulation; it fails in execution
By focusing on people and process vs. debating the fine points of strategy (in essence, go with the 80/20 of strategy formulation), you are much more likely to have a successful strategy execution.
Quality Tips
Manufacturers can no longer count on customer loyalty, but they can expect customers continued demands for quality products and service.
Customer Service
Exceptional customer service and customer relations can make or break your business. A few tips to improve your customer service.
Commodity Businesses, Throw Out Continuous Improvement!
onsider throwing out the old rule book; turn your thinking upside down in favor of innovation and value-add.