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Manufacturing is changing, and so are the challenges manufacturers face. Kansas Manufacturing Solutions partners with manufacturers to improve performance, develop people, and strengthen competitiveness. This blog is a resource for insights, lessons learned, and practical guidance from across the manufacturing ecosystem.
Hope is not a good business strategy
February 7, 2024
On February 7th, Dr. Monica Stewart, KMS's Director of Strategy and Solutions, presented information about a strategic planning solution called Agile. To stay competitive, manufacturers must...
Preserving Tribal Knowledge
February 1, 2024
Preserving Tribal Knowledge: The Secret Sauce for Business Success In the ever-evolving world of business, there's this hidden gem called tribal knowledge, and let me tell you, it's a game-changer....
How Manufacturing Companies Can Respond to Market Shifts with Agile Strategic Planning
November 15, 2023
In today's dynamic and ever-evolving market, the ability to swiftly respond to shifts is paramount for the success of manufacturing companies. Amidst changing consumer preferences, technological...
Three Ways Agile Strategic Planning can revolutionize manufacturing production processes
November 3, 2023
In the realm of modern manufacturing, the ability to streamline production processes and adapt to evolving market demands is crucial for sustaining a competitive edge. While traditional planning...
Hope is not a good business strategy. Agility is.
November 1, 2023
Hope, while a powerful and positive human emotion, is not a concrete or reliable business strategy because it lacks actionable and measurable steps necessary for success. Relying solely on hope...
Embracing Agility
November 1, 2023
How Manufacturing Companies Can Respond to Market Shifts with Agile Strategic Planning In today's dynamic and ever-evolving market, the ability to swiftly respond to shifts is paramount for the...
Importance of Manufacturing Day
October 6, 2023
Today is Manufacturing Day! National Manufacturing Day 2023 is Friday, October 6th and Continues Throughout the Month. Manufacturing Day is an annual event in the United States that is typically...
SMMs Have More to Lose From a Cyberattack
October 4, 2023
Manufacturing is now the most targeted industry for cybersecurity attacks!* Small to Medium Sized Manufacturers Have More to Lose from Cyberattacks. Larger manufacturing operations have a depth of...
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5 Reasons a Strategic Plan Can Reduce Employee Turnover in Manufacturing
August 3, 2023
Strategic planning is the process of defining an organization's direction and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this direction. It involves analyzing the organization's current...
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5 Reasons to Join a Manufacturing Association
May 1, 2023
Leaders in manufacturing often have a very demanding schedule. However, one thing that they (and their team) should make time for is participation in a manufacturing association. Membership in a...
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