Why Millennials Should Be Working in Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry isn’t always top of mind for new entrants into the work force, but it should be! Manufacturing is a vibrant and globally critical industry that isn’t going anywhere. Manufacturers make products that people rely on, providing jobs here and abroad. Here are some key reasons for Millennials and those stepping into the […]
Dispute Resolution – The Talking Cure
In conflict resolution, there are three basic rules that can be helpful in both parties coming to an agreeable resolution:
Brand Development for Manufacturers
A successful brand-development process requires critical steps in order to be successful.
Minimizing Supply Chain Exposure to Extreme Weather & Natural Disasters
Extreme weather is an unpredictable, yet a reoccurring possibility for business owners. Weather and climate-related disasters have caused $2.4 trillion in economic losses and nearly 2 million deaths globally since 1971, according to the World Meteorological Organization. These numbers should be sending a signal that if their supply chains are not prepared now for an […]
Fatigue Detection Technology
Today’s workers are stepping up to industry demands by working longer hours, often times without taking adequate rest and relaxation. This puts workers at risk of getting fatigued on the clock, which can cause impairment to their decision making abilities – putting lives and machinery at risk. Mental fatigue can be hard to detect. Listed […]
Keeping the Manufacturing Industry Strong
China and other countries are currently facing challenges to their once thriving manufacturing sector, and all signs in the US are pointing to a growing industry now seen as a “rising star” in the world market. This boom can be attributed to an abundance of natural gas cutting energy costs, an increase in auto sales, […]
The Supply Chain – Key Performance Indicators
In the manufacturing industry, assessing performance and efficiency can be a complex task. Taking a look at the supply chain specifically, and measuring overall performance can be broken down to a few key questions. Is the supply chain acquiring the things your organization needs? Is it providing customers with the things they need? Is it […]