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The Six Sigma methodology evolved as a result of the ever-present need for product quality and pr
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The Impact of Political Instability on Global Supply Chain
Political instability is an enormous threat to the success of companies operating in the global supply chain arena. Organizations with global sourcing needs must understand the potential negative impact political instability can have on productivity, quality, and relationships and create strategies to mitigate risk.
Understanding the Principle of Flow in Lean Manufacturing
“Originally developed as a methodology to make production processes highly efficient, lean techniques have been adopted by more than 72 percent of machine shops across the country. For many of these, the techniques have helped them to dramatically increase their competitive edge, while continuing to remove wasteful practices and contribute to the bottom line.”
Operations Management and Supply Chain Management: Understanding the Nuances
Operations managers and supply chain managers are two of the most in-demand jobs in today’s market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, expected job growth for operational management professionals is about 12.5 percent through 2022.
Essential Soft Skills: Effectively Managing Conflict
Whether you work in an office or on a factory floor, you can encounter conflict. Whether it is a difference of opinion between a manager and employee, or a colleague and a client, being able to navigate through conflict is a necessary skill set. Everything you say and do during a conflict is an extension of how you perceive, think, and feel about conflict.
MBA or Masters in Operations Management: Which Degree?
Should you earn a Master of Science in Operations Management (MSOM) or an MBA? Engineers and professionals thinking about advancing their careers should consider these programs. Both can help you move into a C-suite office or a position such as Operations Manager, and VP. Which is right for you? Let’s explore the similarities and the differences in the programs.
Supply Chain Challenges of Organic Food
Supply chain professionals involved with organic food products face a myriad of challenges. They have to respond to industry changes and customer demands in ways that support sustainability while ensuring profits for shareholders.