The APICS Southwest District recently hosted 23 teams in San Diego from the Western United States, Hong Kong and Mexico in a student case competition to solve computer-simulated supply chain problems, provide analysis and present their recommendations.
I run into countless obstacles. Whether I'm successful or not has little to do with whether I run into an obstacle; instead, it has to do with how I address the obstacle.
I’ve noticed that those who have a passion for continual education find a way to stand out in the crowd.
Implement effective employee motivation strategies to retain top performers and enhance organizational success.
The fun of production scheduling is also the most important aspect, managing competing priorities and variables to find the best overall solution. Production scheduling has been a part of my expertise since my post-college days at Coca-Cola Enterprises. It has been a part of every job I've held (whether directly or indirectly) and a part of almost every project I've consulted on since. Thus, I have a passion for this topic.
Today’s bombardment of ideas requires an ability to synthesize — to spot relevant connections and innovative combinations in manufacturing.
Lean benefits are not found in a three-day workshop, but rather arise and are sustained through culture change.
Leadership is always a priority as results follow effective leaders and project managers. In today's marketplace, service expectations have radically increased due to the effect of customers like Amazon. Customers are demanding more for less on a quicker turnaround than ever before.
The APICS-IE executive panel and networking symposium is an opportunity to join with your colleagues (and competitors) to learn and collaborate.
Manufacturers are investing in technology and systems that help their efficiency or improve profitability.
