Training the Workforce for Improved Performance
CLIENT INDUSTRY: Aerospace and Defense Company
SOLUTION: Operational Excellence, Leadership and Change Management
A manufacturer of wings and supporting aerostructures was experiencing high rates of employee attrition, which impacted delivery deadlines and revenue goals while compromising important customer relationships. An intensive CBS engagement helped the supplier implement a robust workforce training program, significantly reduce product defects and rapidly improve on-time delivery rates.
Read MoreJennifer Peoples, CPA, CGMA
With a career spanning over 25 years in public accounting, Jennifer Peoples, CPA, CGMA, serves as a Controller with a meticulous approach to her work. Renowned for her ability to gain comprehensive understanding of her clients’ operations and business environments, Jennifer has achieved extraordinary success in aiding her clients to reach their objectives and enhance…
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Bryan Ward
Bryan Ward combines passion with proficiency to bring about transformative change in various industries. With over 10 years in consulting and a quarter-century’s association with Lean Manufacturing, Bryan’s expertise has consistently propelled organizations towards their desired performance goals operationally, financially, and culturally. Throughout his career, Bryan’s leadership roles within the U.S. Air Force and Raytheon…
Read MoreSteve Dowzicky
As the Vice President of Aerospace, Steve Dowzicky brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and leadership to his role, coupled with a passionate commitment to driving change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. His wealth of experience encompasses managing shop-floor and supply-chain operations, quality, production control, material management, and program management. He has a…
Read MoreEdward Hoffman
Taking his operations management experience from nearly two decades with industry leaders GE and Lockheed Martin, Ed founded Competitive Business Solutions to provide unique strategic solutions to help companies achieve world-class operational performance, profitability and long-term growth. Ed has broad operations experience in both functional and executive/managerial roles as well as an extensive background in…
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5 Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover
SOLUTION AREA: Leadership and Change Management
In 2018, workplace turnover reached an all-time high. According to a published report by Compdata, turnover hit 19.3%, with a 22.9% increase since 2014. The report indicated a variety of reasons why employees had left their workplaces, with some of the most common issues being “unsupportive managers,” “a lack of training and development” and “decreased opportunities for advancement.”
Read More5 Ways to Keep Your CI Steering Committee Alive, Well and on Track
Steering Committees are the primary decision-making bodies for large-scale change management programs. This summary reveals the five ways to ensure the effectiveness of your Continuous Improvement Steering Committee as well as the success of your CI efforts.
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