By R. Sam Michael, Ph.D., PlasticsJobs Network, SANINC Search Associates Network In the North American plastics industry, independent chemical and resin traders/distributors play a vital role that goes far beyond simply moving material from point A to point B. While large integrated resin producers dominate overall production volumes, traders and distributors provide … [Read more...] about The Strategic Role of Chemical & Plastics Traders in North America
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Top 5 Plastics Business Articles of 2025
From technology and operations to leadership and market insight, these articles reflect where the plastics industry focused its attention in 2025. Together, they highlight the topics, challenges and innovations that resonated most with our readers throughout the year. As we move forward with the first issue of 2026, we’re taking a moment to look back at the Plastics Business … [Read more...] about Top 5 Plastics Business Articles of 2025
Enhancing Operational Visibility with MOM and MES Synergy
Article submitted on behalf of DELMIA. By Louis Columbus, senior industry marketing manager, DELMIA The integration of MOM and MES offers a transformative potential for manufacturing operations. By integrating these systems, companies can achieve enhanced operational visibility, improved efficiency, and better decision-making capabilities. In today’s fast-paced … [Read more...] about Enhancing Operational Visibility with MOM and MES Synergy
Embracing the Cactus: A Step-by-Step Guide to Navigating Difficult Conversations
By Kate Zabriskie, president, Business Training Works, Inc. “I don’t like confrontation, but I’m tired of his abuse. He signed me up for another committee without asking.” “I know I need to say something about her taking credit for my work, but how to start?” “Another joy of adulting, I’ve got to have one of those thorny conversations. Not fun.” Difficult … [Read more...] about Embracing the Cactus: A Step-by-Step Guide to Navigating Difficult Conversations