Extreme weather is an unpredictable, yet a reoccurring possibility for business owners. Weather and climate-related disasters have caused $2.4 trillion in economic losses and nearly 2 million deaths globally since 1971, according to the World Meteorological Organization. These numbers should be sending a signal that if their supply chains are not prepared now for …
Today’s workers are stepping up to industry demands by working longer hours, often times without taking adequate rest and relaxation. This puts workers at risk of getting fatigued on the clock, which can cause impairment to their decision making abilities – putting lives and machinery at risk.
Mental fatigue can be hard to detect. Listed …
China and other countries are currently facing challenges to their once thriving manufacturing sector, and all signs in the US are pointing to a growing industry now seen as a “rising star” in the world market. This boom can be attributed to an abundance of natural gas cutting energy costs, an increase in auto …
In the manufacturing industry, assessing performance and efficiency can be a complex task. Taking a look at the supply chain specifically, and measuring overall performance can be broken down to a few key questions.
Is the supply chain acquiring the things your organization needs?
Is it providing customers with the things they need?
Is it doing it …
