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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining October 2022
The GBI: Precision Machining activity shows 4 of 6 components contracting in October.
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13 Tips for the Perfect Trade Show Booth
Here are some tips to step up your game at your next trade show.
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'It’s a Wonderful Life' Working with Precision Turned Parts
Upon his retirement, Greg Knight reflects on his cherished relationships as well as the challenges he has faced during his career in manufacturing.
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The Story of Black Sabbath, Swivel Chairs and a Live IMTS Interview
Sometimes you experience funny, unexpected moments at a trade show. Here’s a silly one from me.
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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining September 2022
In September, Precision Machining ended an almost 2-year growth trend with a flat index of 50.
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Attracting Shopfloor Talent: Four Questions to Ask Yourself
Here is food for thought to perhaps better pique the interest of young job seekers in joining your manufacturing company.
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6 Tips to Financially Protect Your Manufacturing Business
Disaster-proof your business with these insurance tips.
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Is Data Driving the Decisions You Make in Your Shop?
Collecting and using data enables shops to make more informed decisions on the shop floor as well as help automate processes. But don’t forget about the “data” stored in the minds of your top employees.
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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining August 2022
Precision Machining saw another slowing of GBI growth in August, the magnitude of deceleration smaller than July’s, which was smaller than June’s.
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Do Your Team Members Know Your Parts?
When team members understand how the components they produce fit into the end product, it can make the team feel more invested in what they’re doing.
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5 Lessons Learned from the Supply Chain Crisis
With so much upheaval impacting manufacturers in every sector, industry leaders are learning how to find a solution to avoid supply chain problems in the future.
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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining July 2022
In July, Precision Machining saw a bit smaller GBI drop than was seen in June.
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