The term “culture” is often used differently and invokes various interpretations. When it comes to a business and its workforce, though, we prefer describing culture as the personality of a company. Just like people, those personalities have benefits and challenges. Companies prioritizing innovation and action can align effectively with employees who share similar values, though … Continue reading Elevating Company Success through Cultural Transformation
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New Lean Tour Format Offers Lessons for Hosts and Attendees
Go to Gemba with the Iowa Lean Consortium Those experienced in Lean methodology will connect with the word Gemba, which reminds leaders to go and see where the work is done and to talk to people doing the work. Going to Gemba is a core tenet of Lean philosophy, and now the ILC is using … Continue reading New Lean Tour Format Offers Lessons for Hosts and Attendees
Senator Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo: A Gathering For Growth In Ames
This August, Ames will host the second Senator Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo, an event for Iowa’s small business community. Supported by CIRAS APEX, America’s SBDC, and Senator Joni Ernst, the expo aims to connect Iowa small businesses and local entrepreneurs with government contracting opportunities and insights into federal innovation programs. Following the success of last year’s … Continue reading Senator Ernst’s Entrepreneur Expo: A Gathering For Growth In Ames
Iowa Company Finds Success in Hawaii
Surveillance equipment provided by an Iowa company and one of its client partners helps address a poaching problem happening at state parks in Hawaii. BizReps, located in Davenport, and two partners recently delivered solar-powered surveillance equipment to the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources in Maui. The equipment captures illegal activity and information on … Continue reading Iowa Company Finds Success in Hawaii
Mapping Your Supply Chains: A Guide to Risk Prioritization and Action
A version of this article was initially published in Industry Week. The Strategic Advantage of Mapping Key Products Manufacturers often face supply chain disruptions without knowing their timing or impact. Assessing risks and implementing management practices can seem overwhelming, especially without dedicated staff or tools. A practical solution exists: map the supply chain of a … Continue reading Mapping Your Supply Chains: A Guide to Risk Prioritization and Action