Lisa Walker, managing director and global industrial practice leader at DHR Global, describes the plight of manufacturers who are facing a shortage of workers in the years ahead, and offers some solutions to the problem.
The performance and risk of an organization’s third-party ecosystem, including suppliers, vendors and service providers, are becoming increasingly linked to its business reputation, ethos and even its continued viability.
Consumers demand that stakeholders within the supply chain behave as socially responsible corporate citizens. Not only is this a business necessity; it also makes the world a better place.
The manufacturing industry is in the midst of a digital revolution, with AI taking the spotlight and being deployed on a broader scale, allowing companies to elevate their sustainability efforts.
Companies need to take an integrated approach to improving the environmental performance of their warehouses. Experience shows that allowing for key factors at the outset can make the journey easier.
Implementing advanced technologies such as an MES allows businesses to alleviate the immediate challenges associated with staffing shortages, and lay the groundwork for long-term workforce resilience.