Stress is increasingly prevalent in our fast-paced world, where it can enhance productivity in moderation but hinder performance when excessive. Following a promotion in 2024, the author experienced significant stress that impacted their health.
The manufacturing industry is grappling with a labor shortage as Baby Boomers retire, leaving a gap that younger workers aren’t filling. Strategic workforce planning, particularly through the "Six B's" approach, can help address this challenge.
If you’re looking to recruit more staff, a manufacturing boot camp may be the answer. Ranae Stewart is the Senior Executive Director of the Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership, part of the MEP National Network™️.
Many work in teams, and some facilitate projects and improvements. This can be challenging without proper techniques. Effective facilitation combines processes with human factors, highlighting the importance of working with people.
It can lead to increased costs, project delays, resource strain and quality compromises, making it a critical risk for engineers to proactively manage.
Nearly half of engineering projects face scope creep, resulting in cost overruns and delays. Key causes include unclear requirements and regulatory changes. By using effective strategies, teams can mitigate these risks and keep projects on track.