Nobody wants to trust a computer over their own intelligence. That’s why executives and managers tend to rely on their judgment rather than digitally generated insights. A PwC survey found that only 35% of executives relied mostly on internal data and...
In the context of business, we tend to think of value in terms of dollars and cents. However, to drive financial value, manufacturers must build their processes and work environment around more abstract values such as teamwork, innovation and freedom to...
A booming economy has led to a level of optimism that hasn’t been seen in U.S. manufacturing for several years. But at the same time, manufacturers are also experiencing a massive labor shortage that is only expected to become worse. A recent study found that...
Manufacturers are under more pressure than ever to maximize shop floor efficiency and deliver fast, affordable products and services to their customers. To gain the competitive edge and meet customer demands, manufacturers must pursue digital transformation....
Halfway through the year, U.S. manufacturing is showing no signs of slowing down. The National Association of Manufacturers’ (NAM) most recent Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey found that over 95% of manufacturers have a positive outlook for their company, the...
There’s no question that U.S. manufacturing has continued to flourish in the first quarter of 2018. In the National Association of Manufacturers’ (NAM) latest Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey, organizations were found to be more optimistic about the future of...
