Plant Metrics (Part I)

Measuring What Matters Most

Running an efficient and profitable manufacturing plant relies heavily on the ability to measure performance ac...

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You Need a Vacation!

You work in manufacturing? Trust me, taking a vacation from work is essential for maintaining overall well-being, productivity, and job sati...

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Predictive Maintenance & AI

In the modern manufacturing environment, machine downtime is one of the most costly events a company can face. Even a few hours of unschedul...

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Cheap Insurance: A Project Charter

When I first began managing manufacturing projects, I have to admit that I thought completing project charters were not necessary. Really, j...

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Exploring Our Industrial Heritage: Louisiana

Recently, I explored the state of Louisiana and the many landmarks that represent our industrial heritage here. When I first arrived, I note...

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When is the Ideal Time to Train?

Leading factories during busy times is a challenge. Adding capacity through overtime, hiring and temp staffing is definitely tough. But lead...

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Tariffs & US Manufacturing

As someone whose 40-year career home has been in various leadership roles within manufacturing businesses, I wanted to discuss tariffs from ...

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