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Manufacturing Tech Sales Down in 2009

ileybovich — 2010-02-09T12:51:22-05:00

Consumption of U.S. manufacturing technology rose in December, the third consecutive month of growth in orders. Overall sales for 2009, however, still remained well below 2008 levels.

Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: Details of the National Export Initiative

dbutcher — 2010-02-08T13:28:04-05:00

Plus: U.S. Manufacturing Slips in Competitiveness, Factory Orders Rise, Jobless Rate Drops and U.S. and Canada End "Buy American" Dispute.

Light Friday: Super Bowl XLIV by the Numbers

ileybovich — 2010-02-05T14:04:42-05:00

Plus: Carbon Credit Thieves, Spiderman Shoes and Flying Penguins.

How Engineers and Designers Can Help Haiti

imtstaff — 2010-02-04T12:45:50-05:00

Following last month's tragic earthquake in Haiti, which took hundreds of thousands of lives, many people have given generously to Haitian earthquake victims. Engineers and designers can also play a role in rebuilding the impoverished nation, a task expected to be long-running.

Manufacturing Sector Expands in January

ileybovich — 2010-02-03T13:10:36-05:00

The U.S. manufacturing industry expanded for the sixth consecutive month in January, posting major gains and strengthening the sector's role within the economic recovery, new reports show.

Leading into Recovery and Beyond

ileybovich — 2010-02-02T09:10:00-05:00

The U.S. economy is gradually recovering from the downturn, yet business leadership is more important than ever before. Although several sectors have begun to rebound or have halted their decline, profitability growth remains slow and fragile for many companies. As the recovery gains momentum, the responsibilities of good leadership have increasingly shifted from allaying employee fears and stakeholder concerns to inspiring confidence in future prospects. Managers who adapt to these changing trends stand the best chance of leading their organizations into a position of financial strength.

Who Will Inherit the Business?

dbutcher — 2010-02-02T09:09:00-05:00

Succession planning and the development of new leaders remain a priority in the changing economy. A sound succession plan can be a prudent step for most small business owners and is essential for some.

Still Employed...Still Dissatisfied

dbutcher — 2010-02-02T09:08:00-05:00

Americans fortunate enough to have avoided layoffs may be grateful to have a job, but it doesn't mean they're happy with it. For employers, addressing worker dissatisfaction may be more urgent now than it was in prosperous times.

The Value of "Managing Up"

ileybovich — 2010-02-02T09:07:00-05:00

As promotion and compensation freezes slowly thaw, making a good impression on your boss will become a higher priority. "Managing up" can help you prove your worth.

Expert's Corner: Mike Keating on 2010 Government Budgets

guest — 2010-02-02T09:06:30-05:00

In this Expert's Corner, Michael Keating, senior editor for Government Product News, discusses the future of federal stimulus spending and what businesses can expect from government procurement.

Can't Give Bonuses? Try Recognition

dbutcher — 2010-02-02T09:06:00-05:00

Tough economic times require management to think creatively about rewarding and retaining employees, which is why many managers are leveraging non-monetary means, such as employee recognition, to motivate their workforces.

Achieve More While Doing Less

dbutcher — 2010-02-02T09:05:32-05:00

When confronted with a daunting quantity of work, it may help to concentrate less on time and more on efficiency. Some say working smart beats working more. Here are some ideas for working better, not harder.

Mining Heat: Geothermal Science

ileybovich — 2010-02-02T09:04:00-05:00

Energy prices have long been a concern for businesses and government, and while there are many types of energy generation projects currently in development, advances in geothermal power make it an increasingly appealing solution.

Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: State of the Union Focuses on Jobs

imtstaff — 2010-02-01T13:05:27-05:00

Plus: Recalls Tarnish Toyota's Reputation, U.S. GDP on the Rise and 10+2 Enforcement Takes Effect.