How Manufacturers Can Successfully Ride the Wave of Reshoring
As a result of global disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic, a new opportunity may exist for North American manufacturers. A recent article from Thomasnet examines how global conditions are causing a locational shift …
Developing People-Centric Leadership
Strong company leadership is a key component of successful lean manufacturing operations. That said, developing strong leadership is a difficult task. A recent article from Industry Week examines the benefits of people-centric leadership (PCL) …
Strengthening and Transitioning Pricing Models in the Midst of Crisis
In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, many manufacturers need to reevaluate their pricing models. In a recent article from Industry Week, author Stephan Liozu suggests a two-part plan for transitioning to a better …
Using Data to Inform Key Farming Decisions
In the course of operating, farms produce a wealth of valuable data. In a recent article for AgWeb, author Kinsie Rayburn examines the long-term benefits of collecting and using farm data.
The author first discusses …
Farm Management During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Navigating uncertainty is the key to keeping farm operations going during the COVID-19 pandemic, writes Gil Gullickson in a recent article for Successful Farming. The author recently attended a webinar that offered the following …
When Farmland Inheritance Becomes an Obstacle
Inheritance is a complicated process, particularly when farmland is involved. In a recent piece for Successful Farming, author Jodi Henke spoke with a University of Nebraska educator, Allan Vyhnalek, about the complications that come …
Employers Can Defer Payroll Taxes
One of the benefits included in the COVID-19 epidemic stimulus package is the ability of an employer to defer payment of the employer’s share of certain federal payroll taxes. The deferral applies to the …
Q&A: Understanding SBA Disaster Loans and What They Mean for You
If you’re a small business owner struggling financially due to the COVID-19 outbreak, there is help available. The SBA is offering Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million – here are answers …