When we think of lean manufacturing, we generally associate this production methodology with “The Toyota Way” or “Just-In-Time production” as it offers flexibility, a feasible competitive...
How did it all start, and where is it now? World War II was coming to an end, people in the US began to revolutionize the business world by attempting to use the calculating machines for...
Managing a business during the global pandemic without an effective cash flow forecast is very much like driving at night blindfolded. Likely, you’ll generally be moving in the right direction,...
Manufacturers are increasingly relying on the advanced analytics made possible through big data to drive some of their most important decisions. In this high-tech era, use of analytics is...
When was the last time you benchmarked your manufacturing operation against your competition? Are you aware of how your revenue stacks up against your peers? In today’s business environment with...
Businesses generally pay their utility bills without any second thoughts, but utility providers may be charging you more taxes and fees than you actually owe. If they are, you should be entitled...
As a business owner, you understand the importance of continuous investment in your manufacturing business. But, as the manufacturing landscape becomes increasingly competitive and globally...
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made permanent and temporary changes to the tax rates for all entities and individuals. Among the permanent changes was the shift in the C corporation tax rate to...
I am Lee Ann Collins, Managing Partner at Lane Gorman Trubitt, and recently I found myself awake instead of peacefully sleeping. The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France was burning, and I...