Stephen M. Perry, Ph.D.HomeHow 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, 2022Processing EquipmentOperational Success: Productivity Under PressureMultifunctional equipment and changeovers, as well as the use of predictive process analytics, can make the difference in achieving operational excellence during challenging times for food and beverage manufacturers.February 7, 2022HomeUsing the Employee Lifecycle Approach to Address Workforce ChallengesWith more workers attracted to remote work opportunities, manufacturers must recruit and maintain top talent for plant floors. An organization’s strengths and weaknesses can determine whether a potential employee chooses to join and remain at the company.September 23, 2021AutomationCoronavirus’s Impact, Learnings, and the Value of DisciplinePrior to the pandemic, manufacturers spent most of their time optimizing assets and processes. When the crisis struck, the industry was forced to reinvent day-to-day activities. Refocusing on people is the key to being prepared for future uncertain times.June 9, 2021HomeOpX Work Products: From Concept to ImplementationFSO’s 12 Dimensions of Manufacturing Health and OpX work products combine to help solve challenges that include total cost of ownership, overall equipment effectiveness, asset reliability, workforce engagement, and more.February 16, 2021Cleaning and SanitationA Guide for the CIP MultiverseThe OpX CIP document is a treasure trove of information on CIP systems. It has documents, recommendations, and legacy knowledge in one place and guides users through a clear, stepwise process to ensure an effective CIP system.April 13, 2020Processing EquipmentOur (Engaged) People Are Our Greatest AssetUsing the OpX Workforce Engagement Framework can move the needle on employee engagement as well as productivity and morale.February 12, 2020HomeHelping Campbell’s with continuous improvementCampbell Soup Company uses a joint collaboration process to effectively work with its OEMs and internal stakeholders when developing and purchasing hygienic equipment.December 30, 2019Processing EquipmentAssessing your company’s operational readinessA successful asset reliability process requires strong relationships between internal and external stakeholders and an implementation plan that clarifies their roles.December 3, 2019Food SafetyCollaboration minimizes food safety risk in low-moisture foodsWork tool helps food processors determine the best value option that balances capital and risk when purchasing equipment for the manufacture of low-moisture foods.September 29, 2019Previous PagePage 2 of 2Top StoriesWorkforceThrough the Line Podcast: Training and Development in the Age of AutomationAutomation isn’t replacing people; it’s freeing them. But for companies to realize the full benefits of this evolution, they must commit to one essential principle: continuous training and upskilling.Processing EquipmentOlive Mill Quadruples Capacity with DecanterPackaging TechnologyTopo Chico Innovates in Case Gluing and Sealing with Valco Melton’s EcoStitchWorkforceImproving Worker Retention in Food ProductionSponsor ContentSanitary Drum Filling System for Viscous Food Products
