Sat.Sep 01, 2018

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The Headquarters Innovation Paradox

Innovation Excellence

Innovators often face the challenge of determining the optimal location for their work efforts. For a large enterprise, the decision is often between a central location, such as a corporate headquarters, and a remote location, such as a manufacturing facility. At first glance, one might think that locating an innovation program at a headquarters location.

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Business Guide to Choosing the Right Suppliers

The Human Factor

Image source. Contributed post – No matter whether you run a coffee shop or you are in charge of a consultancy firm, it is likely that you will work with third parties in some capacity. No matter whether you are looking for someone to supply your company with pens and paper or you need a company that can provide you with shipping services, you need to choose who you align with carefully.

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New Humanism

MSSBTI

Purpose Driven Strategy has become a prime topic of management in the last decade due in no small part to the popular books like Start with Why by Simon Sinek; Firms of Endearment by Raj Sisodia; Leading with Purpose by Mark Koehler; Purpose: The Starting Point of Great Companies , by Nikos Mourkogiannis; and the Progress Principle by Teresa M. Amabile & Steven J.

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Dock Here and Supercharge Your Moble Marketing Plan

The Human Factor

Image source. Contributed post –. 5 billion people have access to a cell phone, and 66% of the world’s population is now connected to a mobile device. The word is in – mobile marketing is essential for success. Companies can’t afford to let these types of numbers slip through their grasp, which is why you already have a plan in place. But, it may not work as you intend.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Strategic Planning in a Dancing Landscape

MSSBTI

“In preparing for battle, I have always found that plans are useless but planning is indispensable.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower. When you start a new business, it is like climbing a mountain. You have a goal in mind and generally understand what you need to achieve. Develop the idea, raise the money, and launch the business. Things remain fairly simple during the first years as well.