A key goal for growth-oriented plant managers and company executives is to set the parameters for continuous improvement, which, ultimately, is the pursuit of profitability.
 
That was the message that J.R. Ryan and Donald Maida, TBR Associates, brought to a TRSA webinar titled “The Process of Process Improvement,” that aired on July 29. During the presentation, the speakers cited specific examples from daily floor operations for comparison. The webinar also examined key components, such as company culture, problem-solving techniques and the solutions necessary for positive improvements.
 
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