Tag: Manufacturing

The basic formula for success in the manufacturing sector is simple: Produce more, spend less. So-called "lean" manufacturing is easier said than done, but there are several improvements that can increase your firm's output. Lean Read More

Manufacturing firms normally create a business plan at year end that focuses on the upcoming year. However, today's market conditions are anything but "normal." So, it's important to take the time this summer to revisit Read More

To succeed in the 21st century, manufacturers must embrace the latest technological innovations. As part of this trend, factories around the world are becoming increasingly interrelated using blockchain technology. Although the concept is shared by Read More

In recent years, lucrative tax breaks for energy-efficient investments have enticed many manufacturers to "go green." At the end of 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) was enacted, which includes various provisions that expand and Read More

The manufacturing industry's dependence on foreign suppliers, especially those in China, has caused concerns for many years. But the COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on this issue, forcing some manufacturers to rethink their offshore Read More

If your business is in a position to acquire equipment or machinery, management faces a tough decision: Should you lease it, or should you buy it? There's no universal "right" answer. Here are some factors Read More