This article discusses how President-elect Joe Biden’s policies may impact the engineering and manufacturing industries on a number of levels. Specifically, they compare President Obama’s terms to what Biden’s plans are currently. Throughout his campaign, Biden revealed that he wants to focus on “working toward clean energy and mobilizing manufacturing and innovation to create …
This article discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the family business industry in a number of ways. Specifically, it highlighted the importance of effective and quality management/leadership within the family business. Additionally, this article discusses the importance of being able to adapt/change to the environment that we are in and from generation to …
As we reach the end of 2020, it is important to look back on what we have learned and how we can learn from it. The coronavirus pandemic impacted the manufacturing industry on a number of levels, proving how vital it is to be able to adapt to the environment we live in. For …
This article discusses the multiple benefits that come with documenting the expenses that may qualify you for a research and development tax credit. Although this process can take some time, this article outlines the four-step process that was established by the IRS that can help you stay on the right path. Additionally, this link …
This article discusses and acknowledges how industry 4.0 has allowed “manufacturers to increase operational visibility, reduce costs, expedite production times, and deliver exceptional customer support.” However, as we quickly move towards 2021, it is time to start looking at industry 5.0. Some trends that might take center stage include employee safety, big data, 3-D …
This article discusses how technology solutions are changing the way the fashion industry operates on a day-to-day basis, and in turn, changing manufacturing and distribution methods. From an increase in demand to rapid data analysis and manufacturing customer relations management, these trends are worth keeping an eye on. Be sure to check out this …
This article walks through some statistics behind the distribution and warehousing industry in a detailed manner as well as how technology is going to impact the industry, as a whole, in 2020. Analogies such as enterprise resource planning, warehouse management systems, and transportation management systems are all set to have an immediate impact. Additionally, …
Despite the global upheaval caused by the coronavirus pandemic, many manufacturers have managed to retain their entire workforce—and a significant amount are even looking to hire additional team members. In a recent article from Industry Today, author Jeffrey Rohrs offers some tips for manufacturers in need of skilled professionals.
Track Your Applicants – Consider using …
As a result of global disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic, a new opportunity may exist for North American manufacturers. A recent article from Thomasnet examines how global conditions are causing a locational shift of many production and sourcing operations and how that shift is beneficial to some manufacturers.
Causes of Reshoring
Historically, the major cause …
Strong company leadership is a key component of successful lean manufacturing operations. That said, developing strong leadership is a difficult task. A recent article from Industry Week examines the benefits of people-centric leadership (PCL) and offers the following tips for developing PCL within your manufacturing organization:
Introspection – Encourage your company’s leaders to focus their …
