Faith in God can be a powerful source of strength and guidance for a small manufacturer navigating challenging times. It offers not only spiritual reassurance but also practical benefits that can influence leadership, decision-making, and resilience. Here are 10 ways faith in God can support a small manufacturer: In the unpredictable world of small manufacturing, […]
Category: Manufacturing Survival Skills During the Apocalypse
Episode 16: Just-In-Time Manufacturing, Marginal Gains, and Expanding Product Development
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived Just-In-Time Manufacturing is more complicated now and requires more effort for a small manufacturer in challenging times Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing has become more complex and demanding for small manufacturers during challenging times: The importance of marginal gains for a small manufacturer For small manufacturers, especially in uncertain markets, the […]
Episode 15: Continue to Persevere, Embracing Change, and Customer Relationship
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived In the world of small manufacturing, perseverance isn’t just a trait—it’s a necessity. Each day brings new challenges: supply chain delays, rising material costs, and unexpected equipment failures. But through it all, we press forward. We adapt, we innovate, and we lean on the strength of our team. Every […]
Episode 14: Permanent Changes, Employees in the Feild, and Working Smarter.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived As a small manufacturer, we observed several permanent changes to our workforce due to the lockdown. The pandemic forced us to adapt quickly, leading to a significant shift towards remote work for roles that could be performed off-site. This change not only ensured the safety of our employees but […]
Episode 13: Focusing on Key Elements and Growth
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived As a small manufacturer, fearlessly focusing on key business elements is essential for sustainable growth and improvement. Prioritizing core competencies—such as product quality, customer relationships, and operational efficiency—allows for smarter resource allocation and sharper strategic direction. Key areas to focus on: Embracing these priorities enables small manufacturers to build […]
Episode 12: Surviving the Mock-Alypse, Change = Thrive, and Investing in Research and Innovation.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived The predicted apocalypse during the lockdown was a fear tactic used to control people. The lockdowns were exaggerated and imposed unnecessary restrictions on personal freedoms. The fear of societal collapse and extreme measures were a way to manipulate public behavior and enforce compliance. The lockdowns caused more harm than […]
Episode 11: Cash Flow, New Product Development, and Generational Changes in Manufacturing.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived Managing cash flow is crucial for small manufacturers, especially during turbulent times. Cash flow ensures that a business can meet its immediate financial obligations, such as paying suppliers, employees, and overhead costs. Without adequate cash flow, a manufacturer may struggle to maintain operations, leading to potential disruptions in production […]
Episode 10 : Plant Management, Advanced Planning, and Faith.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived During the government lockdown, our team demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability. We maintained operations without shutting down by prioritizing safety, ensuring a robust supply chain, and implementing rigorous cleaning protocols. Firstly, we proactively adopted safety measures, including social distancing, mandatory mask-wearing, and regular health checks. This helped protect our […]
Episode 9 – Positive Mindset, Moving Forward, and Personal Discipline
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. Maintaining a Positive Mindset Maintaining a positive mindset is crucial for small manufacturers facing challenges. It helps you stay resilient and adaptable, enabling you to find innovative solutions and seize opportunities even in tough times. Positivity fosters a proactive approach, reducing stress and boosting morale among your team. […]
Episode 8 – Supply Chain is King, Incremental improvements are essential, and growth requires change.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. Supply chain is King. During challenging times, the supply chain is crucial for small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. It ensures the timely delivery of raw materials and products, helping maintain production schedules and meet customer demands. Efficient supply chain management minimizes disruptions, reduces costs, and enhances flexibility, allowing […]