In our eBook Emerging Above & Beyond: 21 Insights for 2021 from Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Technology Executives, many executives discuss the critical importance of adaptability and resiliency. The pandemic kicked off with volatility of customer demand (toilet paper and hand sanitizer were in scarce supply whereas aerospace and [...]
In the last month, almost every client has had some sort of challenge with talent. Most clients and contacts have lost a high-quality person. All have experienced a lack of talent or the appropriate skills to meet customer demand. For example, finding temporary resources has proven quite the [...]
As companies move to “blended” BPR, which seeks both long- and short-term benefits, they realize the need to involve different people and think differently about these projects than before. “People are always saying that IT needs to get closer to the business,” says Jerry Luftman, executive director and distinguished [...]
Can people and robots work side by side? In this interview, Lisa Anderson and Fender Guitar's Ed Magee discuss how manufacturers can balance technology and workforce development to improve resilience, drive innovation, and future-proof their operations.
Innovation often starts with people, process, and continuous improvement. Learn how Ingram Micro leveraged leadership development and Lean initiatives to generate more than $1 million in savings while building a culture focused on operational excellence and innovation.
Have you thought about "slowing down to speed up"? how do we become more resilient while facing more disruption?
Have you thought about your strategy and whether it relates to your pricing? It is easy to get caught up in competitive pricing situations and start to lower your price; however, it might be the time to take a step back and see whether what you are doing matches your branding and strategy.
Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA, and co-executive director of SAC and her partner Linda Popky, president of Leverage2Market Associates discuss female business partnerships and why they believe their partnership works so well.
Without people, no business will thrive. That's why even the most technical of companies such as Google value people.
If you are in manufacturing or relate to manufacturing, pay attention! There is plenty of opportunity to grow and thrive in today's business environment. What are you doing to take advantage of the vast potential?
