It Begins and Ends with People
The best businesses see their employees as assets and treat them like partners
Innovation Tips from the APICS-IE Executive Panel & Networking Symposium
A common problem with thinking about 10 tips (let alone the 100 tips we probably received at the symposium) is that it can be overwhelming. Instead, pick your favorite.
What You Don’t See
Part of having an eagle eye is knowing what you don't see. I've found that being observant while walking around a manufacturing or distribution facility can yield many hidden gems.
Leverage Systems for Growth
There are countless reasons to consider implementing a new system, upgrading your system or further leveraging your system to support growth.
Cherry Blossoms & The Value of Time
The nice thing about time is that it is not a resource; it is a priority.
Cross Supply Chain Opportunities
I find that cross-functional teams can be some of the most valuable teams that generate winning ideas.
CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
The critical importance of customer service has emerged, and so having tools to aid with this process has become trendy - and helps to grow the business.
Your Customer Comes 1st
No matter what your company objectives, you must understand your customer.
The Value of SIOP
SIOP is not something that you'd implement in a week; however, the basis of SIOP is culture change.
Mixed Messages Is a Motivation Killer
As leaders, we must take time to think about how our messages are perceived.