Strong start to Q3 with 136 new Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Projects
20Nov

Strong start to Q3 with 136 new Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Projects

Industrial SalesLeads released its October 2024 report on planned capital project spending in the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm monitors…

Think CASH in ’25
20Nov

Think CASH in ’25

Last month, I suggested that dealers compare their 24 results against their peers’ accounting and cash flow budgets. I also…

Assessing Machinery Dealer Fundamentals – A Strategic Approach
20Nov

Assessing Machinery Dealer Fundamentals – A Strategic Approach

Are you ready for 2025? Here is a 60-question assessment of how well your business has adopted those fundamental Best…

Enhancing AI Chatbot Interactions with Context-Rich Personas
20Nov

Enhancing AI Chatbot Interactions with Context-Rich Personas

Imagine having access to the expertise of a lawyer, accountant, or warehouse manager, wherever and whenever you like, for pennies.…

Manufacturers and Dealers need to embrace a new set of opportunities in 2025
20Nov

Manufacturers and Dealers need to embrace a new set of opportunities in 2025

As another December has arrived and 2024 winds down, you may be reflecting on a year filled with growth, innovation,…

Easiest way to make a sale? Top-Down Selling!
20Nov

Easiest way to make a sale? Top-Down Selling!

In every company, there is one person you are certain that can make a decision…The CEO. Why start anyplace else?…

Why Operationalizing Strategy isn’t about Communicating Proclamations
11Nov

Why Operationalizing Strategy isn’t about Communicating Proclamations

Here’s a line in a corporate strategy document from a multi-billion-dollar client I was working with a few years ago: “We…

Enhancing Safety in the material handling area with Linde Reverse Assist Radar for Forklifts
08Nov

Enhancing Safety in the material handling area with Linde Reverse Assist Radar for Forklifts

Forklifts are essential to the efficiency of warehouse operations, often moving heavy loads and navigating through narrow aisles. However, operating…

Recession-Proofing your business with automation: A Strategic Approach
22Oct

Recession-Proofing your business with automation: A Strategic Approach

In uncertain economic times, businesses face numerous challenges that can hinder their efficiency, safety, and sustainability. One key strategy companies…

Op-ed: Limiting plastic production leads us backwards
21Oct

Op-ed: Limiting plastic production leads us backwards

Matt Seaholm is the President and CEO of the Plastics Industry Association. Opinions are the author’s own.  As political campaigns…

Advancing with automation and AI
20Oct

Advancing with automation and AI

In today’s material handling environment, warehouses are driven by the need for speed and accuracy. At the same time, finding…

Getting started with AI-Powered Chatbots
20Oct

Getting started with AI-Powered Chatbots

You’ve heard the buzz around Generative AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. But are they worth the hype? Absolutely.…

128 promising Industrial Projects on the horizon for September 2024
20Oct

128 promising Industrial Projects on the horizon for September 2024

Industrial SalesLeads released its latest MiR Report for September 2024 results for the Industrial Manufacturing industry’s planned capital project spending.…

Tune up time
20Oct

Tune up time

It is time once again to figure out how you did compared to last year, against budget, against cash flow…

Backorder management is more than just keeping parts flowing
20Oct

Backorder management is more than just keeping parts flowing

I recently attended MHEDA’s Parts and Service Management Conference, and as is often the case with these industry events, I…

The secret formula for personal achievement is YOURS
20Oct

The secret formula for personal achievement is YOURS

“Going for the gold” is wrong. Being the best you can be in order to earn the gold, or get the gold…

Lithium-ion batteries are powering the intelligent future of warehousing
20Oct

Lithium-ion batteries are powering the intelligent future of warehousing

As logistics and supply chain management rapidly evolve, modern warehouses are being pushed to meet increasingly demanding requirements and challenges.…

The Four Pillars of Warehouse Orchestration: Why you need more than just “Better”
19Oct

The Four Pillars of Warehouse Orchestration: Why you need more than just “Better”

Every warehouse is on a mission to improve, trying to be a little better every year. But let’s be honest—the…

Plastics: The global nature of an indispensable industry
02Oct

Plastics: The global nature of an indispensable industry

Each year, the Plastics Industry Association releases one of our flagship publications, the Global Trends Report. Written from the U.S. plastics…

How a manager can solve conflict between employees: Five steps to use now
25Sep

How a manager can solve conflict between employees: Five steps to use now

“Sort it out on your own” is no longer an option for businesses when employees are in conflict. Management goals…

I’m satisfied with my current source. Well, maybe
20Sep

I’m satisfied with my current source. Well, maybe

The prospect is not waiting by the phone for your call. Most people have what you’re selling and are doing…

August 2024 bounces back with a 22% increase in new planned Capital Projects from the previous month
20Sep

August 2024 bounces back with a 22% increase in new planned Capital Projects from the previous month

Industrial SalesLeads released the August 2024 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry.…

Saluting Women in Material Handling: Champions of Industry Innovation and Excellence
20Sep

Saluting Women in Material Handling: Champions of Industry Innovation and Excellence

As the material handling industry evolves and grows, so do the ranks of professionals within the business. This month, Material…

Must read: Dealers, we have an opportunity for you
20Sep

Must read: Dealers, we have an opportunity for you

Another year-end is approaching.  But I’m not sure what to expect for next year. Before we do anything further, I…

Dealers Embrace Sustainability: Managing Resources & Environmental concerns
20Sep

Dealers Embrace Sustainability: Managing Resources & Environmental concerns

In the past few years, the material handling industry has seen a significant shift toward sustainability, driven by the need…

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Strong start to Q3 with 136 new Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Projects

Industrial SalesLeads released its October 2024 report on planned capital project spending in the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm monitors…

Think CASH in ’25

Last month, I suggested that dealers compare their 24 results against their peers’ accounting and cash flow budgets. I also…

Assessing Machinery Dealer Fundamentals – A Strategic Approach

Are you ready for 2025? Here is a 60-question assessment of how well your business has adopted those fundamental Best…