Inextricably tied to political policies and economic strategies, the US manufacturing sector is combusted throughout the country at the heart of the nation’s economy. With the emerging outcome of elections now taking place, stakeholders across the manufacturing landscape are assessing how shifts in leadership and policy direction may redirect the industry’s course. This article addresses…
Read More »The manufacturing industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities in an era of rapid technological advancements. To stay competitive, manufacturing businesses must evolve by embracing automation and digital transformation. This evolution—characterized by integrating smart technologies, data analytics, and innovative automation systems—promises a more resilient, agile, and efficient manufacturing sector. In this article, we explore how future-proofing…
Read More »Business leadership comes with extra responsibilities besides the standard business strategy, especially in dynamic and knowledge-intensive industries such as manufacturing, automotive, chemicals, metal, and energy. To lead in such dynamic and technically demanding sectors, leaders must provide more than just experience and operational competencies; they must work with and have them. Leadership with passion is…
Read More »Michigan-based Operations Executive with 20+ years of success in progressive leadership roles in general assembly and production with General Motors. He is an accomplished leader with a unique blend of data-driven decision-making and creative problem-solving skills. This executive has successfully managed and optimized large-scale manufacturing facilities. His expertise spans strategy development, team leadership, and operational…
Read More »Automation is shaping industries today. Manufacturing changes how products are designed, made, and delivered. As technologies are developed at warp speed, the industry is seeing a transformation of historic proportions – and businesses have to rethink their talent strategies to keep pace. It’s not just a question of deploying automation but gearing up the workforce…
Read More »Over the years, the manufacturing sector has been the backbone of most economies across the globe. This sector has played the role of being the engine room of innovation and employment. However, it still faces specific critical challenges and problems of talent attraction and retention. Emerging technologies, the shifting workforce, and generational change are transforming…
Read More »In ultra-modern, fast-paced international, manufacturing is undergoing a metamorphosis. What changed when an enterprise often focused on production efficiency and scaling physical outputs has now advanced into a complicated atmosphere that integrates generation, sustainability, and worldwide supply chain control. Each manufacturing sector faces precise, demanding situations, from automotive to chemical substances and metals to energy….
Read More »OH based Operations Manager who has led teams of up to 195 people in Machining, Welding, Assembly, Injection Molding, Extrusion and Stamping operations across several industries. He has completed his Bachelors and is 2 semesters away from completing his MBA in Operations Management. He is a US Army Rangers veteran and is also a Six…
Read More »Did you know that the United States’ share of global manufacturing output has declined from 28% in 2002 to just 16% in 2020? This statistic highlights the critical need for innovation in our manufacturing sector. But there’s no need to worry – hope is on the horizon. Using engineering, we can revitalize U.S. manufacturing and…
Read More »Plant Operations/Production Manager with 20 years of experience in metal stamping, automotive components and steel pipe. He has a Bachelor Degree in Tool & Die Technology and is a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker and he holds s Six Sigma Green Belt. He is highly skilled at driving operational excellence and team development. Talk about…
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