Cautious Optimism is Overwhelmed by Economic Shock and Uncertainty
by Greg Alonso, principal, Plante Moran
The 2020 calendar year began with a solid, consumer-driven US economy, historically low unemployment and rising wages. The prevailing...
CARES Act Provides Relief to Plastics Processors
by Michael J. Devereux II, CPA, CMP, Mueller Prost
On March 27, 2020, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act...
The COVID-19 Effect: Preparing Your Business for a ‘New Normal’
by Laurie Harbour, president and CEO, Harbour Results
The COVID-19 pandemic has made one thing clear: Not every manufacturer is going to come out of...
COVID-19: Business Policies and Best Practices
by Ashley Turrell, membership & analytics director, MAPP
When the Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors (MAPP) asked plastics executives to rank their top priorities for...
What Will the Economic Aftermath Look Like?
by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence
Editor’s Note: This article was written on April 16, 2020.
The status of the global economy has altered...
Surviving an OSHA Inspection
Coordinated by Liz Stevens, contributing writer, Plastics Business
Chris Whitehorne, director of safety at professional services company US Compliance, shares his extensive, valuable knowledge and...
The Importance of Training for Plastics Companies
by Andy Routsis, president, Routsis Training
Plastics are not simple. Many interactions and variables complicate the entire process. The best processors have a workforce with...
Not Your Typical Business Podcasts
by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Business
I have a love/hate relationship with podcasts. I love the ease of them, and it’s great to be...
Molding the Market: The Future of Medical Resins
by Brittany Willes, contributing writer, Plastics Business
Healthcare in all its various forms is a hot topic in today’s uncertain climate. While many are focusing...
Spring Cleaning in the Tool Room: Five Jobs to Do Now
by Bryan Whitaker, technical manager, iD Additives
The tool room can be a low priority on the organizational totem pole, but a few simple steps...
