Manufacturing Leadership News
Spring 2012
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 The importance of manufacturing jobs in the U.S. economy The U.S. economy is in the midst of a rebound, according to some economists, and this climb out of a recession may need to be supported by certain industries. One of these vital sectors is manufacturing. More |
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 PECO Smart Response - Webinar - April 19, 2012
Demand Response Aggregator Program New Demand Response (DR) Programs for businesses that require NO investment represent the perfect storm of unprecedented economic returns, ease of operations, and no risk. Act quickly! These programs are only available for a limited time. Changes in PJM's economic market coupled with the new voluntary PECO Smart Response Program give businesses the opportunity to more than double 2011 DR revenues. More |
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U.S. importers shifting away from China
Importers who sell to major American retailers and distributors report that they have plans to move a significant portion of their manufacturing outside of China due to the rising costs for raw materials and logistics. More |
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 The diminishing value of standard costing systems
Standard costing is an "old manufacturing" industry practice. Company leaders can remember when you could set a standard cost in January and use it to compare to actual prices throughout the year. Or, in a rare instance, change it once a year despite criticism from purists. More
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 Green buildings help to improve worker efficiency The case for green buildings has been made from both an energy-cost and environmental point of view, but companies are now learning that adopting a more sustainable structure can actually help to improve worker productivity. More |
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Events & Networking
Institute for World-Class Manufacturing®
Mind Mapping & Root Cause Analysis
April 27, 2012
Philadelphia, PA
Registration & Information
Six Sigma Black Belt
May 3, 2012
Philadelphia, PA
Registration & Information
Changeover Reduction
May 11, 2012
Philadelphia, PA
Registration & Information
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Special Events
Trade Winds - AsiaU.S. Commercial Service
May 14-22, 2012
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Greater Philadelphia Innovation Cluster
As a small to mid-sized manufacturer or technology developer in Greater Philadelphia, your first step in tapping into this important national initiative is to complete a short online questionnaire. Completing this questionnaire will help us identify the region's assets and help keep you aware of opportunities through GPIC as they develop.
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