By Omar S. Nashashibi, co-founder, The Franklin Partnership, LLC What Congress giveth, it can quickly take away. This is the lesson manufacturers are quickly learning. The other hard lesson learned is that the federal government plays an outsized role in a company’s operation – whether the owner likes it or not. Research and DevelopmentOn August 1, 2024, the US Senate … [Read more...] about When Congress Does Not Act: Tax Increases
Navigating the Changing Landscape of Healthcare
By Susan Denzio, business manager, AMBA The healthcare landscape presents many challenges for business owners and with the turn of a new year, it is likely to become even more difficult. The very purpose of insurance, a mechanism to protect against unforeseen costs, is needed to protect the human capital asset – employees and dependents – from the risk associated with … [Read more...] about Navigating the Changing Landscape of Healthcare
Legislative Changes to Impactful Employment and OSHA Laws in Manufacturing
By Alan Rothenbuecher, partner, and Brad Wenclewicz, associate lawyer, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP The landscape of employment law is undergoing changes that could significantly impact the manufacturing industry. These developments necessitate employers to stay informed and proactively update their policies to ensure compliance with evolving regulations. … [Read more...] about Legislative Changes to Impactful Employment and OSHA Laws in Manufacturing
Building Flourishing Organizations
By Matt Lesser, author, keynote and owner, Uniquely Normal, LLC In 2017, the idea for the “Flourishing Life Model” 1 was born; however, it was incomplete. The first four levels – diminishing, surviving, striving, thriving – were developed, but it was not for another three years, in 2020, the top of the model – flourishing – finalized. The “Flourishing Life Model,” first … [Read more...] about Building Flourishing Organizations
Breaking the Mold at Hanson International
By Lindsey Munson, editor, The American Mold Builder Known for taking the road less traveled, Hanson International began “breaking the mold” in 1966, forging positive change in the industry, being intentional in community contributions, building a highly skilled workforce and creating a distinctive culture – which centers on its vision to deliver world-class … [Read more...] about Breaking the Mold at Hanson International
Strategic Workforce Management: The ATR Framework
SBy Torsten Kruse, founder and president, Kruse Analysis, Inc. and Kruse Training, Inc. In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and evolving workplace dynamics, the success of any organization hinges on its ability to strategically manage its workforce. The Attract – Train – Retain (ATR) Framework is a strategic approach to workforce management that … [Read more...] about Strategic Workforce Management: The ATR Framework