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Curiosity and Trust: A Manufacturing Leadership Guide
practical tips for manufacturing leaders who want to grow their team, improve communications and workflow, or better respond to change
Secrets for Successful ERP Implementation
We hear from clients across the state who are looking for ERP upgrades. Whether you're looking to upgrade an old system, or implement a system for the first time, it is a challenging process. However, with adequate time invested up front, things can go much more...
Why You (& Your Company) need PCQI Training
According to the Food & Drug Administration, every food processing facility is required to have a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) on staff to manage their food safety preventive controls program. Although not required, advanced training is...
What I Wish I’d Known About ISO QMS Before I Started…
A Quality Management System provides the structure for your organization to set up the necessary processes to achieve product or service realization. It will help you prioritize process controls to ensure consistent and reproducible results. The seven principles at...
The Invisible Problem Hurting Your Manufacturing Company, and How to Stop It
Underutilized people are the invisible problem hurting most manufacturing businesses. Learn lean manufacturing principles to discover how to build a people-centric business.
Total System Thinking: Learn To Truly See Your Business
As a small or mid-sized manufacturer, there are many factors that can affect your company’s profitability, both inside and outside of your control. How do you make decisions for your manufacturing company when you don’t know what will change, or which parts of your...
Developing Career Paths for Your Employees
Many employers focus on salary and benefit packages as a way to attract new hires and retain existing employees. These are table-stakes in today's economy. Smart manufacturing companies know they need to offer benefits beyond salaries and healthcare. But what? Career...
Onboarding– Your Secret Weapon for Retention and Engagement
Why are 44 percent percent of manufacturing employees quitting within their first year on the job? Manufacturers who are finally able to get workers in the front door are leaving the backdoor wide open through inconsistent or poor new hire onboarding experiences....
Is the Business Innovation Workshop for you?
If you're an owner or president at a manufacturing company who wants to rise above the chaos of daily activities to stabilize and grow your business, come to this workshop. You will experience a shift in how you think about your business, and how you operate moving...
How to Translate Lean Principles Into Your Office Functions
The lean manufacturing movement came out of a desire to reduce waste and inefficiencies and improve productivity in the operation. Many manufacturers have also benefited from the resulting continuous improvement mindset as engaged employees became empowered to change...