Retaining your Best & Brightest is Key to a Successful Succession Plan
According to a survey performed by the LMA Consulting Group (lma-consultinggroup.com) in conjunction with the APICS Inland Empire Chapter (apics-ie.org), executives said that succession planning is tied as a No. 1 priority in retaining top talent. This is especially noteworthy when considering that 87% of manufacturers and distributors are [...]
On Pace with Strongest Job Growth in 15 Years – Think about Training
As the year winds down, it is a perfect opportunity to look for training opportunities that will support your strategy and plans for the New Year.
Are You Thankful for Your Employees?
The best companies thrive because their employees are valued members of the company – everyone’s labor matters and they know it
Essential Skills of the Supply Chain Superhero
Surviving and flourishing in today’s business environment increasingly demands more of the supply chain professional, including excelling at soft and technical skills
Leverage Supply Chain Trends for Success
The ability to see supply chain trends and capitalize on them can set you apart from competitors, no matter the size of your company. As the year winds down, it seems an opportune time to discuss supply chain management trends. I find that those clients that pay attention [...]
Navigating the Widening Skills Gap
According to a survey performed by the LMA Consulting Group (lmaconsultinggroup.com) in conjunction with the APICS Inland Empire Chapter (apics-ie.org), 87% of manufacturers and distributors are experiencing a skills gap—that is, they have lost qualified people to retirement, job transfers, etc. The study also reveals that communication skills are [...]
Manufacturing Wages are Going UP!
Manufacturing wages are rising, driven by a skills gap and competition for qualified talent, urging companies to review strategies.
Do Not Ignore Your Stars
One key component to succeeding while others continue to struggle with the skills gap is to retain top talent.
How Empowered and Engaged Employees Can Fill the Skills Gap
Not a day goes by when an employee, volunteer, Board member or colleague doesn’t retire, get promoted, move companies, change roles within the company or at least think about any one of these.