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Putting People First: a Profitable Strategy
Treating people fairly and valuing their contributions isn't only the right thing to do. It’s also a direct path toward greater profitability, as shown by this Top Shop.
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Photo Gallery: Top Shops Expo
Top Shops Expo took place this week in Cincinnati. The event featured exhibitors, speakers, a Made in the USA podcast panel and an award presentation for Top Shops honorees.
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Top Shops Are Data-Driven by Definition
CNC machine shops at various stages of digitalizing their operations share a commitment to evidence-backed decision-making.
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How a Mom-and-Pop Becomes a Top Shop
Process and culture shift as leaders adopt new business strategies and a singular focus on expanding and filling capacity.
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Automation Adds Capacity to Capability for Low-Volume Work
Investment in machining technology has facilitated growth and diversification at Reich Tool & Design. Now, flexible automation allows the shop to get more out of its machines despite a shortage of skilled workers.
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MMS Announces Technical Program at Top Shops Expo
The agenda features a breakdown of the Top Shops survey data, panel discussions with shop owners and breakout presentations that provide an in-depth look at tools, technologies and strategies for running and growing a manufacturing business.
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The Art of Maintaining Continuous Improvement
Production efficiencies, setup efficiencies, plant utilization record, safety records, on-time delivery performance — all of these metrics and more place Forest City Gear among the elite when it comes the use of ongoing improvement methodologies.
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Inaugural Top Shops Expo Highlights Benchmarking Survey Data
The two-day event will feature education sessions from industry experts backed by the data accumulated from Gardner Business Intelligence’s annual national benchmarking survey.
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Data Demystify CNC Machine Shop Sales, Marketing
Benchmarking surveys show how perception departs from reality when Top Shops evaluate the growth potential of advertising, social media and other tools.
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Modern Machine Shop Shares Plans for Top Shops Expo
The Top Shops Expo + Conference, which takes place October 12-14, will include contributions from MMS, including technical conferences, sourcing, awards and more.
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