V7 — Issue 1

Pursuing Growth in Metal Manufacturing

Steel and metals manufacturers are in high demand these days. That said, high demand alone will not ensure a company’s success—this requires hard work and strategizing. In a new article from Thomasnet, Shalane Layugan offers advice to metal manufacturers seeking to pursue business growth. Click here to read about her suggestions, including crafting a …

Four Strategies for Strengthening Your Small Manufacturing Company

A strong trend of consolidation in the American manufacturing sector makes remaining competitive a challenge for small, independent manufacturers, writes Jason Ray in a new article from Forbes. The author recommends making investments of time and money in four key areas: customer diversification, digitization, use of data and analytics, and building a knowledge base …

Bolstering Manufacturing Operations in the Face of COVID

The pandemic has required manufacturers to implement a number of changes in order to weather the long-term crisis. A recent article from CPA Practice Advisor examines four strategies that leading lean manufacturer Toyota has relied upon to thrive in the face of difficulties. Click here to learn about how the company strategized in the …