Pilgrim Software's (Tampa, FL) quality and manufacturing integrated system (Q&MIS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) link has achieved BaanConnect certification.
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) has published a new book, "Lean Manufacturing for the Small Shop," and started a monthly e-newsletter, Lean Directions.
James Truchard, president, CEO and cofounder of National Instruments (Austin, TX) ranks among the best CEOs in America for the third consecutive year, according to Worth magazine.
The July Commerce Department report indicates that new orders for manufactured durable goods fell by 2% in June after rising by 2.7% the previous month.
Congressman Richard Burr of North Carolina was awarded the National Association of Manufacturers Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence in recognition of his support of American manufacturers and their employees.