Leadership

Leadership and Strategy: Making Memorable Presentations

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:40:00 +0000

Giving a presentation that lingers in the minds of an audience is much more than about using the right words.

Driving up to LSI Industries's 160,000-square-foot facility in Houston, Texas, the scene is reminiscent of any industrial park -- sprawling, nondescript buildings and warehouses dot the roadway, in this case, Sommermeyer Street.

Microsoft, Oracle Take Google to Task at EU over Android Phones

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:08:00 +0000

Companies fear Google's dominance of operating system could stifle competition.

Google was in the firing line again on Tuesday after a group of major companies, including Microsoft and Oracle, complained to the European Commission over Google's offerings for Android-powered mobile phones.

Operations: Cost Reduction Strategies Steer Away from Outsourcing

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:25:00 +0000

Manufacturers are looking internally and to their supply chain for greater efficiencies.

The bloom may be off the rose when it comes to sending manufacturing offshore -- and that statement is open for debate -- but manufacturing's drive to bring down costs remains as popular as ever. What has changed is where companies are looking to dial down the dollars.

Should Manufacturers Embrace Unlimited Vacations? 5 Rule-Breaking Tips

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:40:00 +0000

John Mills, executive vice president of business development, Rideau Recognition Solutions

Rewards will follow a program that keeps employees fresh and the line humming.

Research says that workers who enjoy regular breaks -- including frequent vacations -- produce better results and stay with their employers longer. Shouldn't manufacturers enjoy the same benefits?

Insurance Coverage for IP and Related Business Claims

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:25:00 +0000

Dale R. Kurth, Partridge IP Law P.C.

Insurance coverage may not be the most thrilling topic, but it has potential for protecting gobs of money.

BMW to Manufacture Motorcycles with Indian Firm

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:10:00 +0000

German group says agreement with TVS Motor will help expand its product range 'to tap into fresh growth potential.'

German group says agreement with TVS Motor will help expand its product range ‘to tap into fresh growth potential.’

How a Flexible Supply Chain Delivers Value

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:00:00 +0000

Albert Sun, director, and Glen Goldbach, director, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Companies are retooling their supply chains to accommodate broad swings in demand and supply.

HP Chairman Lane Quits

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 13:17:00 +0000

The news comes with HP in the middle of a massive shift in strategy as consumers gravitate from traditional PCs to mobile devices, including tablets.

Nestle: Bans Unlikely to Stop Popularity of Bottled Water

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:06:00 +0000

Bottled water will overtake soft drinks as Americans' favorite beverage by decade’s end, says Nestle Waters North America chairman.

Local bans are unlikely to stop bottled water overtaking soda pop as Americans' preferred beverage by the end of the decade, the chairman of Nestle Waters North America said Thursday.

Samsung Heavy Industries Wins $900 Million Ship Order

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 20:12:00 +0000

South Korean manufacturer will build four LNG tankers for Nigeria’s Bonny Gas Transport.