A company that fails to meet customer expectations on store inventory and delivery has problems in supply chain management. Such a company minimizes its profits. Worse, it’s a red flag about competitiveness and long-term sustainability.
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Victims of workplace bullies are less likely to quit than employees who observe the abuse, according to a study by a Canadian university. The research concludes bullying is a costly threat to an organization’s teamwork and productivity.
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Nearly 4 million U.S. workers are hurt annually on the job at a cost to companies in excess of $179 billion. To promote safer workplaces by reducing injuries — resulting in higher productivity — here are safety tips to save on workers’ compensation insurance.
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Study shows 85 percent of shoppers at big-box retail stores give feedback. But only 46 percent of surveyed consumers believe information is ignored.
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Companies typically make two short-sighted errors in a business downturn. They slash the workforce and marketing investments. To the contrary, it’s important to place a maximum value on your human capital and avoid layoffs, and to expand marketing. Here’s how.
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