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First Up -- The Two Sides of Climate Change

While the move to a greener economy offers many exciting opportunities, the transition is also fraught with peril.

First Up -- Designed for Success

Founder and CEO Eric Barnes is betting that careful attention to design and aligning his business with water advocacy will bring success to start-up KOR Water.

First Up -- A Capacity for Innovation

New York start-up Ioxus Inc. takes on the energy challenge with a competitive spirit and a focus on lean manufacturing.

First Up -- What is Advanced Manufacturing?

A tour of Virginia manufacturers offers insights into this diverse category.

First Up -- General Motors: Another Cracked Brick in the Wall

An annual supplier relations survey shows more evidence of why GM has proven to be a $50 billion problem for the U.S. government.

First Up -- Sweating the Big Stuff -- and It's All Big Stuff

It's time to put manufacturing on the list of national issues we must address now.

First Up -- Free Investment Advice

If you're seeking a good return in tough times, try these ideas out.

Just In Time -- Manufacturing is not an Ideology

If you were hoping the government would pull us out of this recession, it's time for a new strategy.

Just In Time -- A Breath of Hot Air

Memo to President Obama: If lean works for manufacturing, it ought to work for government, too.