Daily Headlines - Morning Edition - Jan 21st, 2026
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January 21, 2026
In The Spotlight
3M, Fastenal Executives Enter 2026 Still Looking For ‘A Little Lift’ From the Economy
The leaders of both Minnesota-based companies say they are counting on their own initiatives to outgrow the overall markets for their goods.
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Top Stories
Podcast: Break Down Barriers Between Departments: Dr. Deming’s Ninth Point for Management
Hosts Dr. Mohamed Saleh and John Dyer discuss the destructive nature of silos and offer tips to bring then down.
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3 Economic Factors Reshaping Manufacturing in 2026
Persistent inflation, uneven tariff pressures and the normalization of effective AI are creating a new playbook.
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How Frontline Factory Teams Delivered $44 Million in Cost Savings
Rather than bring in consultants to integrate three companies, I chose a continuous-improvement approach with existing leadership.
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Connected Worker Systems Enforce Standards at Kimberly-Clark
When everyone’s on the same digital page, efficiency and community follow.
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