Strategic Planning & Execution

Highlights

Emerging Technologies

Deere, Bosch, Siemens—Manufacturers Are Using Data and AI Holistically to Drive Customer Value

May 9, 2024
To thrive in today’s competitive environment, manufacturers must move beyond mere machine efficiency.
Stanley Black & Decker Inc.
Companies & Executives

CEO: Stanley Black & Decker Likely to Sell More Units

May 7, 2024
With growth investments focused on the company’s best-known brands, other parts of the business may be in line for “a little pruning,” Don Allan told analysts.
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Recruiting / Retention

A Positive Work Culture Can Be a Port in a Storm

May 2, 2024
During uncertain economic times, focusing on your people and building culture is a stabilizing strategy.
UAW
Labor / Employment Policy

What's the UAW's Next Priority: VW Contract or More Organizing?

April 29, 2024
After the Mercedes vote, Fain and the UAW will have to decide which of two distinct, but intertwined, “games” to prioritize.
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Quality

Are You Improving Quality, Or Just Managing the Status Quo?

April 9, 2024
Goals, questions and metrics across the company are part of an overall vision for better quality.
Stanley Black & Decker Inc.
Companies & Executives

Stanley Black & Decker Dials Up Some Growth Investments

Feb. 5, 2024
Executives also expect to complete the $760 million sale of their attachment and handheld hydraulic tools business this quarter.
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Strategic Planning & Execution

Turning Sustainability Principles into Profits: An 8-Step Framework

Jan. 23, 2024
Industry leaders are developing ways to monetize their ESG initiatives.
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Strategic Planning & Execution

Manufacturers Are Adopting Tech, Diversifying Talent—But They Need to Step It Up

Jan. 11, 2024
MAGNET’s survey hits on gains and challenges, with special concern for smaller manufacturers.
Dreamstime
Strategic Planning & Execution

We Asked Readers: What’s Your Outlook for the New Year?

Jan. 3, 2024
Manufacturing leaders share their takes on 2024.