It’s not just healthcare, banking, and retail that are hit by cybercriminals. Some manufacturers distributors think that cyberattacks are unlikely to happen in their industry, or to companies their size, and they don’t take the proper precautions. Don’t find out the hard way that, in fact, manufacturing and distribution companies are becoming increasingly bigger …
What does it take to succeed in manufacturing? In a new article for Industry Week, Bonnie Spencer Swayze, President and CEO, Alliance Rubber Co., imparts some of her wisdom from a lifetime in the manufacturing and distribution industry.
First and foremost, you must know your product inside and out. Customers appreciate a thorough knowledge of …
As a business leader, there are so many aspects that need your attention. So where do you focus your energy? In a new article from Inc. magazine, entrepreneur Martin Zwilling gives tips for becoming an effective and successful business leader.
“Move from leading tasks to managing relationships,” Zwilling advises. “Some leaders are so focused on …
In a new article for IndustryWeek, author Dan Charney discusses the talent trends to watch in 2017. It’s become apparent that the field for talent has become more competitive, and that trend will continue. This will cause what Charney refers to as “talent raids,” in which manufacturing and distribution businesses will identify and aggressively …
Great news for American jobs – auto parts job numbers are up. A new article from IndustryWeek reports on the gains in this sector in the past five years. Automotive component manufacturing and distribution jobs in the U.S. have risen 19% since 2012. That number has jumped from 734,000 in 2012 to 871,000.
Technology is …
The Manufacturing Institute estimates that over 200,000 women currently serving in the military will come home in the next year. The Institute’s new video, “Women Veterans Discuss Transition to Manufacturing,” shares some of the insights of female military veterans who found careers in the manufacturing and distribution industry.
“When I finished my tour, I decided …
Shifts in technology had a great impact on supply chain management in 2016. What will 2017 bring? In his new article, “2017 Technology Supply Chain Predictions,” Gary Brooks gives some insight into what the year could bring.
“Having the right parts in the right place at the right time is critical to a company’s ability …
Employers are focused on building the workforce’s next generation, and that means bringing on more Millennials. Manufacturing.net shares a new infographic, “25 Ways To Attract Millennials To Manufacturing.” Here are a few of those suggestions:
Offer mentoring programs and opportunities, along with a clear path to advancement.
Provide frequent feedback, not just at an …
In her new article, “6 Telltale Signs Your Manufacturing Company is a Learning Organization,” Linda Wechsler tells the reader what criteria to look for:
All employees understand and believe in the company’s vision, mission, and values.
Continuous improvement is a constant state of mind in every person, front line to CEO.
Learning is an …
Whether you have a fully developed Six Sigma-based program in place or are simply keeping an eye on productivity, it’s important to be looking at metrics. Not only do they give an account of your current status, they can help you to identify opportunities for improvement. According to lean expert Larry Fast, manufacturing and …
