Ideas Made to Matter Manufacturing

Private equity fortifies business in the heartland

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Private equity looks and acts differently in the flyover states. Here’s how one investor is helping Midwest manufacturers survive COVID-19.

Apr 30, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Supply Chain

6 steps to handle supply chain disruption

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The coronavirus pandemic is upending global supply chains. From crisis communications to tough decisions, here’s how companies should prepare.

Mar 17, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Supply Chain

What keeps supply chain execs up at night? Lots of things

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Leaders at Converse, Cinépolis, and more on managing new technology, supply chain visibility, and customer expectations in 2020.

Feb 26, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Supply Chain

Supply chain transparency, explained

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What is transparency, how does it differ from visibility, who’s demanding it, and how can it boost ESG ratings and consumer trust.

Feb 20, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Technology

5G, explained

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The next-gen cellular network’s high speeds and low latency will usher in AR/VR, the “internet of things,” and more. Here’s what to expect — and when.

Feb 13, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Supply Chain

How climate change affects supply chain resilience

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Climate risks are mounting. Here are 5 steps to harden your supply chain and master climate change adaptation.

Feb 11, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Supply Chain

Special report: Supply chain 2020

Download MIT Sloan’s report to determine which supply chain projects to prioritize — from cybersecurity to ESG to blockchain and beyond.

Feb 5, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Sustainability

Economic growth as sustainability cure, not curse

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An MIT researcher’s take on how technology and growth help humans “tread more lightly” on the planet.

Jan 21, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Technology

The lure of 'so-so technology,' and how to avoid it

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Companies are investing in technology that replaces workers but brings little improvement to productivity. Here’s how to break the cycle.

Oct 31, 2019
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Ideas Made to Matter Leadership

Why ‘structured’ managers are better at hiring, firing

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Research shows managers who adopt consistent hiring and incentive practices have better HR outcomes.

Jul 31, 2019
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