Does your workplace focus on lean manufacturing principles? Even if the phrase “lean manufacturing” isn’t used around your facility, there’s a good chance its underlying principles are indeed guiding many of the processes used to increase productivity and efficiency while simultaneously reducing waste. The Association for Supply Chain Management outlines the five main principles of
When it comes to “going green,” electric vehicles (EVs) seem to be getting all the press these days. However, other alternative energy technologies—especially solar—have been around for a much longer time and might be making significant headway thanks to a recent funding announcement by the Biden administration. According to a Fact Sheet published by The
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, most people weren’t familiar with the term “supply chain,” and they certainly didn’t understand the impact it has on their daily lives. Throw a worldwide health crisis into the fray, though, and soon everyone understood how critical a resilient supply chain is to ensuring that the products they need are
Whether it’s a new car or the latest smartphone, there’s nothing worse than saving up your hard-earned money for a major purchase, only to experience problems from the get-go. Sure, manufacturing defects happen from time to time for a variety of reasons, but quality problems can greatly affect any brand’s reputation if they become too
If you’re following the rapid rise of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States, you’ve probably noticed conflicting reports about the EV boom. Some news outlets report strong demand while others focus on the backlash from those who prefer traditional gas vehicles. So what’s the real story? According to a recent Environmental Defense Fund article,
The inflation that followed the COVID-19 pandemic hit especially hard at one particular location: the grocery store. Rising food prices made it more expensive whether you chose to eat at home or out at your favorite restaurant. The law of supply and demand doesn’t bode well for price decreases in the near future. Since we
Nearly a quarter of the way through the 21st century, it’s no longer breaking news that advanced smart automation technologies continue to revolutionize industrial facilities across the country and around the world. When people think about these technologies, they often envision an army of robots lining an automated production line. While robots and other automated
“It’s so nice to be fully staffed,” said no manager ever. Wouldn’t that be great, though? Can you imagine your workplace having all the highly skilled workers it needs to function efficiently and effectively, taking advantage of available opportunities and being proactive rather than reactive? If there’s one thing that has plagued industries across the
“You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” That popular adage may or may not apply to teaching Fido to fetch or roll over, but it certainly doesn’t apply to humans searching for the right career. That’s the powerful lesson AmSkills is teaching as it continues to improve lives in the Tampa Bay area. One
Manufacturers Must Retain and Attract Workers to Battle Ongoing Labor Shortage As 2023 winds to an end and 2024 begins, it’s good to take a closer look at how manufacturers have been faring with the ongoing struggle to fill open positions. It’s no secret that manufacturers here and around the world have been battling
Instructor Profile: Scott Weiler Have you heard the news? American manufacturing is back! And when it comes to new high-tech manufacturing facilities, Arizona is the place to be. Here’s just a sample of the facilities in Arizona that are under construction or have been announced: Intel’s semiconductor plants in Chandler Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC)’s
In-House Training: Why It’s Valuable and How It Can Go Wrong Should industrial employers provide ongoing training for their employees? How that question gets answered usually depends upon who you ask. Studies show that employees see ongoing training as a desired benefit. Unfortunately, many employers see training as an unnecessary cost. When you look
