Reimagining the Manufacturing Workforce for Productivity and Profitability

Manufacturers and distributers are operating with record inflationary pressure amidst a supply chain crunch. On top of that, many are experiencing disrupting transitions of finance and accounting staff, as the workforce shifts post-pandemic. The COVID crisis served as a wake-up call for many manufacturers, emphasizing the importance of engaged workforces, scalable workflows, and system automation. This recording will discuss workforce disruption and the strategies creative manufacturers are implementing to stay productive and profitable.

At the end of this session, you will be able to:

• Outline inventive practices for building a culture that attracts and retains top talent in a competitive market, beyond the standard methods you’ve always tried.
• Identify new ways automation and SKU analysis can help with price and cost flexibility
• Recognize opportunities to implement alternative staffing strategies to support business operations and reduce stress on your team
• Identify opportunities to automate or outsource routine, complex tasks so your staff can focus on strategic initiatives
• Recognize how to make better decisions regarding suppliers by utilizing delinquency reports and meaningful data dashboards

Who should attend

This session is designed for manufacturing and distribution organizations.