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Manufacturing holds relevance in so many different industries. So much of our daily lives can be circled back to manufacturing in one way or another. It is important for us to keep ourselves knowledgeable about the manufacturing industry, and the best way to do that is to relate it to fun topics. One interesting way that we can look at the industry is in relation to movies.

Exploring the Last Three Years of Supply Chain Progress and Challenges

As we reflect on the tumultuous past three years, it's impossible not to wonder if any progress has been made with regards to the disruptions that were induced by the pandemic.

Supply chain companies were severely impacted by lockdown measures and reduced shipping capacity, resulting in a challenging environment for manufacturers to adapt to the “new normal”. Consequently, we witnessed empty shelves and panicked consumers struggling with short supply, including a shortage of toilet paper during the pandemic's peak.

In this article, we will delve into the topic of whether any significant improvements have been made since the pandemic began. It's important to note that our focus will be solely on this subject, and we won't touch upon discussions surrounding inflationary pressure and its potential impact on supply chains.

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are electronic devices that are used to control the speed and torque of an AC electric motor. They work by adjusting the frequency and voltage of the electrical power supplied to the motor, which in turn changes the motor's speed and torque.

Before we review recommended maintenance for VFD’s, here’s a brief overview of how VFDs operate:

The sales experience means a lot to customers. It is important for companies to understand the impact of the sales experience and continuously make improvements to the sales process to maximize its benefits.

Customer reviews and testimonials mean a lot for manufacturing companies. It is important for manufacturers to pay close attention to the reviews and testimonials your company receives, as it has a big impact on the image of your brand. In a recent USA Manufacturing hour on twitter, Host Chris Giglio from Rovere Media led a discussion on how customer reviews and testimonials.

Sustainable manufacturing can bring worthwhile benefits to any operation, from small-scale businesses to large-scale industries. Not only does it promote a better work environment, but sustainable practices can also lead to long lasting financial savings. If you're looking for ways to reduce waste and increase efficiency while reducing environmental impacts and operating costs, then sustainable manufacturing is the way to go!

Companies may run into challenges when trying to optimize their inventory management. What are some of the best ways to improve inventory management in the manufacturing industry? In a recent chat for USA Manufacturing Hour on Twitter, Host Pavel Stepanov from VirtuDesk in Washington, led a discussion about optimizing inventory management.

Employee Training in Manufacturing

Employee training is an important process manufacturers need to keep in mind to benefit both themselves and their employees. Tuning your employees’ skills while also helping them to feel wanted and appreciated at your company are both results of employee training. People want to feel that they are growing in their position and having an employee training program can aid in this feeling for employees. Along with this, new employees can get the proper introduction into the company and have a clear idea of what is expected from them.

It is important for businesses to welcome feedback from their employees/team. Getting feedback is a great opportunity for growth. Does your company have the proper set up for feedback? In a recent chat for USA Manufacturing Hour on Twitter, Host Kelley Plats from North American Coating Laboratories in Ohio, led a discussion about getting feedback from employees.

Rust out is about employees being dissatisfied with how they are treated at the workplace. Employees are dissatisfied when they feel that their work is not getting recognition. How can rust out being prevented or resolved? In a recent chat for USA Manufacturing Hour on Twitter, Host Valerie Weber from Monofrax in New York, led a discussion about rust out problems and solutions.