When the federal government's "Cash for Clunkers" program was in full swing this summer, automakers realized they weren't quite prepared for such an increase in demand. For instance, Honda Motor Co. was forced to add overtime shifts in September because of dwindling inventories related to increasing sales. If economists are correct that the economy is in the recovery stages, manufacturers will need adequate inventory levels to meet customer requirements. Sunderesh Heragu, a professor in the University of Louisville's department of Industrial Engineering and director of the Logistics and Distribution Institute, says in preparation for an economic recovery, manufacturers should:
Sunderesh Heragu, Professor, University of Louisville, Department of Industrial Engineering and director of the Logistics and Distribution Institute
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Jonathan Katz
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Former Managing Editor Jon Katz covered leadership and strategy, tackling subjects such as lean manufacturing leadership, strategy development and deployment, corporate culture, corporate social responsibility, and growth strategies. As well, he provided news and analysis of successful companies in the chemical and energy industries, including oil and gas, renewable and alternative.
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