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Declining manufacturing employment has been a cause for concern. Learn what the next few years hold and how industry labor compares with the rest of the country’s workforce:
Membership has been falling for years, and three unions recently split from the largest U.S. union coalition. Is this an indication that the labor movement is no longer relevant or could it spur a resurgence?
By my estimate, I’ve written over 600 stories for Industrial Market Trends in my over three years of tenure as IMT editor. It’s been challenging, stress-inducing and ultimately rewarding, but now it’s time to say goodbye.
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U.S. machine shops face both rising labor costs and stiff competition from low-labor-cost countries. Here’s how they can grind it out:
For most of us, this holiday marks our last hurrah before summer’s end. Celebrate its historical significance and delve into the controversy over its true founder:
According to recent studies and surveys, unexpected factors can come into play in getting a raise or promotion. Being tall: that’s a plus. Having a cluttered desk: that’s a no-no:
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 Do competitiveness rankings of states’ tax and spend policies influence manufacturers in determining where to locate or expand their operations? The answer is yes, writes GovPro.com’s Michael Keating. (more…)
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