Chicago logistics is all about connectivity. Connecting the east with the west, Chicago is a natural hub. 5 international airports, 7 Class I railroads carrying 50% of the nation's freight (think of the enormity of that figure!), 3rd largest intermodal port in the world, 3rd largest interstate highway system in America, and more.
Operational efficiencies, productivity improvements, and cost savings are the top-three strategic advantages of cloud-based supply chain management, according to an IDG survey of senior managers and directors around the world.
From self-driving cars to automatic machines, technology is taking over much of society. But should robots be viewed as the ultimatum? Lisa Anderson, author of Will Robots Pay Back? joined us to share her perspective. Here are three takeaways from our time with Lisa Anderson on Critical Mass Radio Show
CLAREMONT, Calif., / June 1, 2018/ExpertClick/ --The current strong economy offers opportunities for savvy organizations to strengthen their competitive positions, according to The Society for the Advancement of Consulting® (SAC). Marketing From A Position of Strength Marketing while business is good may seem counterintuitive according to Linda Popky, president [...]
What values do you stand for? Do your employees know your values? Are they apparent in how people behave or are they just on a piece of paper? Are you willing to let your top performer go because he/she doesn't live up to the values?
How significant is freight to your bottom line? For example, when I was a VP of Operations for an absorbent healthcare products manufacturer (adult diapers, hospital underpads), freight was a BIG concern.
Are you following your passion / enjoy what you do? Or, can you incorporate some elements of your passion into what you do? I have no doubt you can!
