Stephen M. Perry, Ph.D.SecurityAlarming Signs on Operational Technology CybersecurityReports from OT cybersecurity thought leaders paint an alarming picture for food and beverage manufacturers regarding cybersecurity threats to their operations. Here’s how you can mitigate those risks.December 13, 2024Business DriversWhy Business Plans Fail and What You Can Do About ItThe first step to successful execution of a plan is the existence of a clear, concise one in the first place—whether it be a strategic plan, an action plan, an annual operating plan, or any other plan variation.October 2, 2024SoftwareThe Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Food ManufacturingThough long used in food processing for predictive maintenance, AI is finding important new uses in training, production planning, yield improvement, and more.May 14, 2024WorkforceLinking Strategy to Action: Another X-Factor in Employee EngagementOnly a small number of companies successfully link strategy to action. Here are some ways to make that link quicker, easier, more inclusive, and at multiple levels within your organization.February 19, 2024HomeManaging for Daily Improvement: The X-Factor in Employee EngagementRegardless of your specific approach, MDI aims to improve communication and data flow, especially on the shop floor, identifying problems quicker and growing skillsets.August 7, 2023HomeTake Time to Work on the Business, Not in ItA key to improving manufacturing health is to step away from putting out the day-to-day fires and instead take some time to focus on improving your pain points.June 6, 2023HomeLabor Turnover Cost Calculator: Beyond a Gut FeelingThough everyone knows there are costs associated with the continued difficulty of recruiting and retaining employees, just how much is typically a guess. There will soon be a tool to calculate that cost.April 5, 2023IIoTBeyond Equipment Automation: The Case for Digital TransformationIt’s important to think not only about how automation can improve productivity, but also how digital transformation can improve KPIs throughout the operations.November 23, 2022HomeNo Man Is an Island, Even in ManufacturingWhen mission, vision, purpose and values, and lean processes work, incredible results can be achieved. The OpX Leadership Network’s employee engagement characteristics help break down silos and islands of communication in manufacturing operations.August 3, 2022HomeHow to Beat the ‘Great Resignation’Focusing on recognition instead of resignation may help quell current manufacturing workforce challenges. Employers should focus on flexibility, skills development, meaningful work, work-life balance, and creating new workplace dynamics.April 8, 2022Page 1 of 2Next PageTop StoriesWorkforceThe Efficiency Imperative: Doing More with Less on the Process FloorExternal forces are shaping plant operations, and as a result, food manufacturers are reevaluating how they operate—not just to survive, but to thrive.Food IngredientsSix Insect Processing Techniques to Note Amid $28 Billion Market TrendIndustry NewsEase Employee Concerns by Engaging with ThemFacilities, Design & InfrastructureNew Jersey Produce Plant Experiences Structural CollapseSponsor ContentSanitary Liquid Drum Filling System for Food-Grade Applications
