Whether you’re launching a new manufacturing company or you already own one, how that entity is structured can have a significant impact on taxes. So, cho...
A Brief Refresher on Nonemployee Compensation
Apr 02, 2026Businesses and other types of organizations now commonly rely on independent contractors to stay flexible, competitive and cost-effective. But in the day-to-day...
The Build-Buy-Borrow Approach Can Stabilize Manufacturers’ Workforce Planning
Mar 20, 2026Manufacturers face a growing challenge: finding the talent needed to stay competitive in an environment defined by rapid technological change, shifting supply c...
Looking to Boost the Profitability of Your Aftermarket Services? Consider Using Agentic AI
Feb 24, 2026For many manufacturers, aftermarket services increasingly account for a significant share of profits, sometimes exceeding those from product sales. These servic...
5 Smart Budgeting Tips for Manufacturers for the New Year
Jan 14, 2026The manufacturing industry had a challenging year in 2025, despite some favorable tax developments under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Tariff uncertainty and ...
Manufacturers: Act Now To Claim the Sec. 179D Deduction for Energy-Efficient Building Improvements
Dec 01, 2025The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) repeals or reduces many clean energy tax incentives, including the Section 179D deduction for energy-efficient commercial...
Funding for Manufacturers That Build in Rural Qualified Opportunity Zones
Nov 10, 2025The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program, created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, was slated to expire after 2026. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), how...
7 Cash Flow Tips for Manufacturers
Oct 17, 2025When times are good, manufacturers tend to focus on sales, profitability and growth. Strong growth can conceal cash flow issues. Cash flow is the lifeblood of a...
Larger QBI Deductions Will Soon Be Available to Many Manufacturers
Oct 07, 2025In a 2024 National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) survey, 93% of respondents who operate as pass-through entities stated that the impending expiration of th...
New Tax Law Creates an Additional Accelerated Depreciation Opportunity for Eligible Manufacturers
Aug 25, 2025The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces a new — but temporary — tax break for manufacturers. The qualified production property (QPP) allowance giv...