By Liz Stevens, writer, Plastics Business With thousands of manufacturers in the US, there are bound to be common quality issues faced by plant managers. There also are bound to be common-but-overlooked ways, as well as uncommon ways, to address those issues. Here are a few ideas for tackling quality issues; they might be just the ticket or they might be food for thought … [Read more...] about Addressing Common Quality Issues
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Why Leaders Struggle to Build a Culture of Accountability and How They Can Do It
By Tramico Herman, MBA, BSN, RN A company’s success is attributable to many factors, but for businesses built to thrive over the long term, accountability is essential. Accountability is about taking responsibility for one’s actions. It’s difficult to develop a high-performing team if accountability is lacking because little gets done when no one takes ownership of … [Read more...] about Why Leaders Struggle to Build a Culture of Accountability and How They Can Do It
Mixed Reviews for 2024’s Economy
By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence There always is something happening in the economy guaranteed to make a fool of economists. After all, the only function of economic forecasting is to make astrology look respectable. For most of last year, the predictions were some versions of gloom and doom, and every quarter there was further evidence of … [Read more...] about Mixed Reviews for 2024’s Economy
Partnership with ITR Economics Enhances Member Benefits
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business On the rise and expected to grow over the next decade, the plastics industry is evolving and transforming by the day, and companies are challenged with meeting their operational expectations no matter the external market trends and economic impacts. Management teams are pressured now more than ever to assess, plan and respond … [Read more...] about Partnership with ITR Economics Enhances Member Benefits
Viking Plastics Builds Successful Employee Referral Program
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business Business gurus often talk about the view from 30,000 feet – the big picture that provides a look at overall operations. Perhaps, however, the focus should be on the view from 30 feet – a close-up of specific processes and procedures that make an impact now. With a company culture focused on “continuous improvement” and … [Read more...] about Viking Plastics Builds Successful Employee Referral Program