Efficiency and cost are significantly impacted when electronic and tech assets are not properly tracked – whether they’re lost, broken, or even stolen. Supply Chain 24/7 lists five ways the mismanagement of these assets will affect your business. Here are the top three:
Delayed jobs and services: If workers can’t do their jobs, that …
Every industry has speculated about what changes might occur once President-elect Trump takes office on January 20, 2017. Here are a few of the policy issues that could impact domestic manufacturing:
Tax: President-elect Trump has spoken at length about tax reform. He has proposed lowering the individual tax rate to 33% and the corporate …
A new study gives an in-depth look into equipment leasing and purchasing trends. The study, released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation, found that 78% of businesses used at least one form of financing when acquiring equipment in 2015. This figure is up from 72% in 2012. Modern Materials Handling has some of …
Late yesterday, a federal judge in Texas blocked the Department of Labor’s ruling on overtime pay, which was set to take effect on December 1st. This is the ruling that would require employers to pay employees making under $47,476 per year at a rate of time and one half their regular hourly pay, for …
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) recently released its strategic plan for the years 2017-2021. The CSB is responsible for investigating gas leaks and chemical spills, among other safety issues.
In the CSB’s press release, Chairperson Vanessa Allen Sutherland commented, “With the successful execution of our mission and strategic goals, the CSB will continue to …
If you’ve not heard of the American Made Matters, it’s an organization “dedicated to educating consumers on the importance of buying American-made products.” It’s estimated that each dollar spent on American-made goods invests an additional $1.32 in the American economy.
Many Americans are aware of the need to encourage and sustain industry in our country, …
Promoting your top-performing salesperson to lead your sales team might seem like a natural transition. The assumption is that they can keep doing what they do best, and mold others to be top producers as well. Jerry Land, packaging sales recruiter, explains why that might not always be the best fit. Here are some …
If you are looking for the opportunities international expansion will bring, you’ll need to educate yourself about your options and the responsibilities involved. Attorney Louis Dejoie, who specializes in international law, provides some insight into this process.
As you formulate your business plan, decide which of these options will be the best fit:
simple export …
Have you hit a plateau with your current leads and don’t know how to find some fresh prospects? Industrial Marketer has some ideas
Databases and directories: some industry-specific databases include ThomasNet, hoovers.com, MacRae’s Blue Book, and Process Register. You can use these resources as starting points, and make sure your business is listed in these …
Zika virus has had repercussions on business that may not have been anticipated. Industry has been affected by new regulations that the Chinese government has put in place to keep Zika from spreading in China. Every container originating from the U.S. will now require a certificate verifying that it has been fumigated. Manufacturers worry …
