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You know the importance of implementing continuous improvement efforts across your organization, but do you know the ROI you’re getting for it? If the answer is no, you’re not alone. Very few manufacturers know the numbers. And often, the data is very subjective. Utilizing the 3 KPIs of Continuous Improvement (Engagement, Activity and Impact), Catalyst Connection has created a KATA calculator to help you build a sustainable continuous improvement…

Lean leadership is all about commitment: commitment to your employees, commitment to the system and commitment to making changes towards improvement. Lean is all about eliminating waste through continuous improvement, and the most valuable resource a leader has available to understand where the waste is coming from is through the people that see it every day. Lean leadership is geared more towards working with your people rather than your…

Gen Z is entering the workforce. To no surprise, this generation of movers and shakers is ready to make their impact on the world, and they’re already starting with the future of work. Attracting Gen Z talent to the workplace is now requiring businesses to reevaluate their current practices and offerings to stay competitive in a fierce Employee’s Market. To give companies a head start, this paper provides a…

The management of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) has evolved from a focus on compliance to a strategic-level effort with a demonstrated positive impact on an organization’s performance. In the current business climate, companies that strive for DEIA are achieving intended business results. They provide proof that DEIA are much more than a legal or moral requirement; they’re also a competitive advantage.

As you navigate our new normal and prepare for the recovery period, Catalyst Connection’s Employer of Choice Assessment will help you identify how you are aligning with your employees. In five minutes, our Employer of Choice Assessment will provide manufacturers with an instant rating of their employee and talent retention challenges. You will receive an immediate assessment report that provides actionable insights and access to resources for high-priority areas.…