Change is difficult for many people, leaders included. If you search on Google, "Organizational Change," about 6,000,000 results will be delivered to your browser! Clearly this is a topic that has been well researched and discussed for a very long time. Some conclude that each organization must guide its own destiny by putting in place…
There are two things that every leader has to learn how to do to remain successful. Today, a leader that uses the “Command and Control” practice quickly learns that those being lead are most compliant when he or she is in the room. Those being lead may be saying “Okay” to you but may be wondering why things had…
Two in-plants were doing all the right things, yet somehow administrators didn’t see their value. What could they have done differently
One of the worst ways to name your company or product is to use an acronym. There are many reasons why this is ill advised, despite the enormous proliferation of this naming process. Here are three reasons with some real-life examples that spring to mind. Acronyms Often Have Unintended Double Meanings Evidently in 2009, the…
At the IPMA conference Howie Fenton will reveal strategies to improve your in-plant’s financial performance such as updating your costs
Taking the time to ensure a job is done properly can affect customer relations. In shipping, knowing how to pack a box is crucial.
Many companies believe customers are satisfied, but a performance evaluation, such as the net promoter index, can prove otherwise.
After a year of planning, the Association of College and University Printers conference is just over a week away.
Want to improve the performance of your in-plant? That’s a no-brainer. In-plant managers and their supervisors all understand the importance of keeping in-plant operations in peak condition. But don’t wait until you’re under the gun to measure performance.
Knowing what customers are looking for helps you shape the most effective strategic plan and can make your brand stand out from the rest. Our company has researched more than 500 organizations to gain a deeper understanding of what made them successful and how they fueled their marketing to attract and expand their customer base.…
