Daily Headlines - Afternoon Edition - Jul 28th, 2026
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July 28, 2026
In The Spotlight
Myth No. 4: Lean Is About Velocity; Six Sigma Is About Quality
Neither statement is true, say the hosts of Behind the Curtain: Adventures in Continuous Improvement, who offer compelling perspectives about why the division between lean and Six Sigma exists—and why it shouldn't.
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Cleveland-Cliffs Sees Much Stronger Second Half, More Growth Into ’27
Executives also signaled lower chances of more asset sales after bids came in lower than desired. “It’s not cheap to play in our sandbox.”
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Supply-Chain Restrictions for Defense Contractors Should Be Phased in, Not Rushed
Trump's executive order on critical minerals will hurt, not help U.S. defense production in the coming years.
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Bad News First: How Top Leaders Build a Culture of Continuous Improvement
At high-performing companies, 'no problem' is treated as a problem.
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Regional Manufacturing Networks Need More Visibility
Mapping smaller suppliers that can support OEMs and larger facilities is vital, but few states track that.
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