11/20/2009 2:30:00 PM
By Amy Radishofski, Features Editor, Manufacturing.net
The manufacturing industry saw a very bleak year in 2009, but there are signs that companies are feeling more optimistic about an economic recovery.
11/17/2009 2:00:00 PM
By Amanda Earing, News Editor, Manufacturing.net
Author Clint Padgett says the Project Success Method is a unique methodology that allows companies to successfully manage their projects on time, per spec and within budget, and can be mastered within as little as five days.
11/13/2009 2:41:00 PM
Christopher S. Rugaber, AP Economics Writer
While the new jobless figures are hopeful, economists think claims will probably stay too high to indicate even a slight gain in jobs until early next year.
11/10/2009 12:50:00 PM
By Tony Lavia, President & CEO, Flexstar Technology
The build-versus-buy dilemma in procuring capital equipment systems for the purpose of design, development or production is a question well worth revisiting as the wrong decision can undermine the bottom line.
11/6/2009 2:40:00 PM
By Amy Radishofski, Features Editor, Manufacturing.net
A deeper look into your customer base could show you areas where you can increase revenue and cut back on losses.
11/3/2009 12:00:00 PM
By Amanda Earing, News Editor, Manufacturing.net
While U.S. manufacturing jobs have shrunk from 20 million in 1980 to about 12 million today, the U.S. has never been more important in global manufacturing. An interview with Dr. Chris Kuehl, Economic Analyst, Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, sheds light on the future of U.S. manufacturing.
10/30/2009 2:30:00 PM
By Adi Ruppin, Vice President of Marketing, Confidela
You share valuable and sensitive documents with contractors, suppliers and manufacturing partners. How can you be sure that your product designs and intellectual property are safe?
10/27/2009 12:30:00 PM
By Stephanie L. Jones, Marketing Director, eBridge Solutions
Manufacturers must leverage web-based technology and switch from paper-based filing and storage to electronic document management solutions in order to remain competitive in today’s global economy.
10/23/2009 3:20:00 PM
By Domenic Rinaldi, President and Managing Partner, Chicagoland Sunbelt
Whether a long-time owner or an entrepreneur embarking on a new venture, there are eight steps any business owner can follow to be well-positioned for the new year.
10/20/2009 2:30:00 PM
By Amanda Earing, News Editor, Manufacturing.net
Sick workers are not the only way influenza can spread from person to person. To further reduce the spread of influenza, manufacturers should take a close look at their building systems as well.
