As internet connectivity becomes more commonplace in the manufacturing industry, many businesses will benefit from increased convenience, productivity and efficiency. However, other concerns arise — namely, those related to cybersecurity. Though this relatively new element of manufacturing systems is beneficial…
Quick Links Structure Onboarding Around Individuals Assist and Challenge Employees' Learning Continue to Grow the Process Get Help With Your Onboarding Onboarding usually refers to bringing new hires onto a team or business for the first time. In most cases,…
Root cause analysis can offer significant advantages for your business — it streamlines operations and ensures your final products are high-quality every time. When you have issues within your manufacturing process, it's imperative to find and remedy those problems before…
MANTEC has announced it will launch a search for its next President and CEO as John W. Lloyd, who has held the position since 2001, will step down after 20 years at the end of 2020. As one of the…
Manufacturing is a life-sustaining industry. Many of us know South Central Pennsylvania as the snack capital of the world, but it's also home to 2,986 diverse manufacturing establishments ranging from medical equipment, plastics and metal fabricators, textiles and pharmaceuticals. Over the last…
By implementing the techniques of LEAN manufacturing, you can cut waste and improve your productivity. However, simply knowing the principles of LEAN manufacturing isn't enough. You must also apply the ideas behind this manufacturing method to fit your facility. The…
On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) became law. The Act appropriated $349 billion in funding for small business owners to counteract job loss and potential business failure as a result of the crisis.…
For some companies, workforce planning sounds like a siloed task for a single HR professional. However, companies who take this approach to workforce strategic planning could be unpleasantly surprised by its inability to meet their talent needs. In business sectors…
To understand why LEAN manufacturing consulting makes so much sense for small- to medium-sized businesses in Pennsylvania, it helps to have a clear picture of the origins of the LEAN methodology and what that means in the hands of a…