Creating Detailed Succession Plans is Critical for Business Continuity

I was recently contacted by the human resources department of a small regional bank asking me what tools I use to asses for leadership. “Why do they want to know?” I asked.

She seemed taken aback by the question. She went on to explain that they wanted to update their…

The Drive to Bring in More OEMs Picks Up Speed

OEMs are still coming back from the economic decline, but they are positioned to hit the gas as car sales tick up and consumers demand new features.

Though the ride has been a bit bumpy, the automobile industry is alive and well.

Some manufacturers had to shutter plants or retool…

Getting It There is Getting Better

Increased demand for faster, cheaper delivery drives logistics strategy
Logistics is simply the coordination of the movement of freight over land, sea and sky.

But there are so many moving parts in the overall logistics picture, from so many different parts of the world, that there is no simple way…

Advanced Manufacturing Now in Every Industry Sector

High tech manufacturing is broadening its reach and evolving faster than the out of step workforce.
Advanced manufacturing touches on nearly every industry today, from the usual suspects like automotive and aerospace to the more mundane like coal products and agriculture.

But there is so much more going on just…

Get Ready to Manage the Logistics Chain Disruptions

There are numerous disruptive trends that are reshaping fleet management, transportation and supply chain operations. More stringent regulations and advanced technology are examples that are making more companies look for unique and innovative ways to re-think their processes and gain advantage by leveraging the infrastructure and focused expertise of…