Looking for Opportunities for the New Year
A brand new year is the logical time to look for business growth opportunities. The trick is in spotting the right chances and acting on them.
Why Doing It Right the First Time is NOT Always Right
We commonly hear the phrase "Do it right the first time". Of course, generally speaking, who wouldn't want to do that? Waste is bad. However, I've found that there is a time when doing it right the first time is NOT the path to success.
Critical Success Factors are the 80/20 of ERP – and Business – Success
Think about your critical success factors. Whether you are selecting a system or not, you'll make better decisions if you understand these factors.
Customer Collaboration on Orders = RESULTS
Customer collaboration has become cornerstone to success in today’s supply chain driven world.
Leaders Must Be Strong!
There is ZERO doubt in my mind that strong leaders will prevail in the worst of conditions whereas weak leaders can cause even the BEST people to fail.
Project Priorities for the New Year
In the New Year, take a step back to re-evaluate your autopilot mode.
The Value of Relationships
Relationships do not cost a cent; instead, the cost is in time and focus.
Often Overlooked Value of Production Planning
Developing and maintaining a working production plan is no easy feat, but the best planners make the job seem effortless.
Benchmarking for Success
You won’t know what heights your company can reach until you figure out where you stand among industry peers.
Are You Planning for Failure?
Are you planning for failure? I imagine no one thinks they plan for failure; however, I see it happen more than you'd think. Instead, plan for success, and success will follow.