Here's the question heard around the world: How do we continuously increase speed, improve quality while lowering our operating costs? This article's answer is to stop chasing computer sophistication and start applying the 8-basics of lean manufacturing.
Ever wondered why it takes you so long to find the information you need on your corporate computer system? That's if you can find it at all. Did you know that the tooth fairy could be partly to blame?
As we are all aware, getting to know the customer and understanding their needs is not a quick and easy process. Customers possess a hierarchy of needs which have to be uncovered gradually. This is why we need a new type of salesperson for a new type
We encounter many negotiation situations daily. Our problem is that we don't always recognize them as negotiations. As a result, we enter these discussions less prepared than we could be. The result, sometimes, is a less-than-successful outcome.
Sure, you're tired of having the big talkers dominate your time at work. But what can you do to stifle their gabby ways, without hurting their feelings? Here are twelve practical steps to silence the windbags.
Is your business short of cash again? Are you having a hard time in solving the liquidity problem of your business? Are you confused why your business is having cash problems? Read and I'll give you tips on how to solve it.
What is a PLC? - How many PLCs is your bottom line depending on? Do you have all program copies? If you could not answer with confidence or you answered 'No' to any of the above questions, you need to read this article on maintenance management of
"Empowerment" of employees, where they are given the competency, data, tools and authority to do their job independent of supervision is a good thing in most organisations. But "empowering" people or delegating borders on abdication too often
As a manager, you may assume that the guidance you give to your employees while you're on-site, will translate into them making better decisions when you're away. Unfortunately, the reverse may be true...