Archive for October 2012
Are You Cultivating Supply Chain Workforce Talent?
How many times have you heard a company executive say that “people are our most important resource”? One reason for this, to be honest, is the high cost of turnover. And when that turnover includes high performing employees and those with strong potential, the overall cost to the organization is usually even greater. But how…
Read MoreThe Real Reason You Never Heard Back about that Supply Chain Job
One of the biggest frustrations of being on the job search is applying for jobs but not hearing back from employers—at all. Did they get your application? Did they read your resume? Do you have any chance of being considered for the job? Why haven’t you heard back? It’s difficult not to have the answers…
Read MoreHaving Trouble Filling Your Jobs Quickly?
Think about how much your hiring process has changed over the last several years, to reflect changes in the supply chain industry. Did you proactively create and implement a plan, or were most of your changes reactive? If so, your process is probably not as efficient as it could be. One solution? Automate, as much…
Read MoreYou’re Limiting Your Company – Why you need to shy away from micromanagement
Are you a micromanager? Do you know the difference between supervising your employees’ productivity and breathing down their necks to make sure they get their work done? It can be hard to strike a balance between micromanaging and being too hands off. After all, as a manager, you’re in charge of keeping everyone on task…
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