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However, uncertainty in the global economy is curbing their companies' appetites for risk and making it harder for them to find capital.
Perhaps more than ever, business executives around the world believe that innovation and growth are inextricably linked. That's the conclusion of General Electric's second-annual "Global Innovation Barometer," in which 92% of executives said innovation is the main ingredient of a more competitive national economy and 86% agreed that innovation is the best way to create jobs in their respective countries. The survey of 2,800 senior executives in 22 countries also found that markets where the business community is most satisfied with the perceived political and social environment for innovation delivered higher GDP growth (5.19% average) than those markets where businesses feel anxious or threatened by policies (2.32% average). Click to continue.
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Employ these tips to take your asset management strategy to a more precise and effective level.
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Self-empowered work teams take ownership of product quality.
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The plant came up with a 'creative process' to accommodate heavy-duty pickup trucks that were too large for its conveyance system, plant manager Mike Glinski says.
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The reports point to the need for government intervention 'to challenge these abuses before they completely undermine the job recovery underway in the U.S. auto industry.'
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Manufacturers should shift compliance activities as far forward in the process as possible.
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From seats that automatically adjust based on traffic conditions to vehicle-body absorbers that limit shock to struck pedestrians, suppliers are doing a much better job of getting in front of consumer expectations.
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Obama administration moves forward with leasing process in mid-Atlantic region.
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The lack of demand has pushed gas prices down, forcing many natural gas companies to move toward liquids-rich shale-gas resources.
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The oil and gas industry has complained that the administration has been slow to approve development on federal lands, particularly in the west, as well as offshore leases.
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Learn the fundamental strategies behind the safety culture at Milliken & Co., a manufacturer that has 90% fewer safety incidents than the national average. Explore the details during this 3-hour IndustryWeek online training on Tuesday, Feb. 14.
This online training program applies to CEOs, COOs, VPs, site management, corporate safety directors, and other managers. Through real-world examples from Milliken practitioners, you'll learn about the role of leadership in the safety process, how to create and train safety sub-committees, and how to keep driving safety improvements. Just $199 trains your whole team! Learn more now!
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Implementing a few Lean tools is easy, but the key is keeping them going over time. What are the next steps on your Lean journey? How can your small or midsize company implement Lean tools, and how do you sustain the improvements? During this free IndustryWeek webinar on Feb. 8, hear from Toyota Production System veteran John Veatch, who has helped Toyota's Georgetown, Kentucky facility -- as well as hundreds of small and midsize businesses -- embrace Lean concepts. Register now!
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