Why Modernize Your ERP System? There might not be a need. Since it is one of the largest expenses your company will undertake, and, more importantly, it will impact customer performance and profitability (positively or negatively), there is no reason to jump into the deep end of the pool [...]
The need for a systems transformation seems to be arising more frequently lately. How do you know if it is time to consider a systems transformation? Let's start by defining a systems transformation. In essence, a systems transformation is an upgrade of the way you perform business inclusive of [...]
Stay on top of your supply chain strategy. Can supply chain strategy have a profound impact on your bottom line? Without a doubt! Recently, we worked with a client that wanted to review their operations strategy and look for ways to optimize and improve. To begin, we evaluated many [...]
Published in "Project Times" website, March 13, 2017 Click here for original article. In leading and participating in hundreds if not thousands of projects during my 25-year career as an executive, consultant, and non-profit leader... it is apparent that the most important aspect of projecting success is keeping your [...]
Published in "Liquid Planner" website, October 3, 2016 Lean manufacturing has become a popular way to eliminate waste, reduce costs and improve efficiencies. This philosophy originated, largely, at Toyota and is used to better align customer needs with manufacturing operations. The challenge with lean is that, despite its attraction [...]
Published in "Project Times" website, December 22, 2016 Click here for original article. As project managers, the 80/20 of success is in leading, coordinating and facilitating among people. Of course, the technical knowledge is a base requirement; however, no matter how technically correct, the project manager will not achieve [...]
Project managers drive initiative results yet they aren’t often treated with the respect nor given the support they need to thrive. Published in "Project Times" website, November 14, 2016 Click here for original article. In our experience working with manufacturers and distributors from small, family-owned businesses to medium-sized, private [...]
Since projects lift bottom-line business results, companies depend on these initiatives for growth and profits. Cultivating a strong project team and handing them a clear goal are keys to success. Published in "Project Times" website, October 11, 2016 Click here for original article. Projects are the cornerstone to achieving [...]
Published in "Liquid Planners" website, November 19, 2015 Click here for original article. Projects abound for manufacturers. There's no doubt that manufacturing is growing, supply chains are becoming more complex, requirements are popping out of the woodwork, and the most successful way to navigate these waters is to design [...]
With today’s high customer expectations for quick service, 24/7 accessibility and expanded services supply chain managers are increasingly overloaded. Delegation is key to meeting demands and working efficiently. Published in "Project Times" website, March 1, 2016 Click here for original article. In today's Amazon-impacted world, customers have higher expectations [...]
