• Inviting Frontline and Mid-Level Leaders to Join the Learning Journey

Inviting Frontline and Mid-Level Leaders to Join the Learning JourneyThink the 70/20/10 principles apply only to senior leaders? Think again because frontline and mid-level managers are the people who translate strategy into execution.

• Few U.S. Companies Are Effectively Dealing with Language Limitations of Foreign Workers

Few U.S. Companies Are Effectively Dealing with Language Limitations of Foreign WorkersAs foreign-born workers make up a larger share of the U.S. workforce, more employers will be dealing with language limitations. But a new survey by The Conference Board finds that a majority of employers are doing...

• Corporate Sustainability in a World of Diverse Suppliers

Corporate Sustainability in a World of Diverse Suppliers Bringing the Buzzword To Life In Real-Life Business Partnerships

• A Winning Strategy: Anticipating and Managing Disruptive Innovation

Disruption is often considered a negative force that threatens business success. In an age of constant change, disruption has become a path to innovation.

• Minority Businesses Need to Be Eco Sharp

Minority Businesses Need to Be Eco SharpIn the Oregon town of Lake Oswego, an African American company is developing an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) that reduces aircraft weight and eliminates the need to carry onboard fuel. This UAV aircraft uses renewable solar energy with rechargeable ultracapac...

• Growing Supplier Capacity through Leadership Development

Growing Supplier Capacity through Leadership DevelopmentHigh performing suppliers need high performing leadership, and client organizations are helping them develop the right skills for success.

• As more suppliers become bigger players, succession planning becomes a hot topic

As more suppliers become bigger players, succession planning becomes a hot topicLittle is known about how many small businesses actually have succession plans. But one thing is for sure, as more women and minority companies become successful succession planning is becoming a hot topic. The need to b...

• Transparency & Accountability are Basic Tenets of Sustainability Reporting

Standardization still eludes sustainability reporting, but the foundation of every report should be transparency and accountability.

• Linking Internal Leadership Development and Business Goals Drives Value

Developing internal leaders creates a business performance engine that drives up value. The fuel comes from linking leadership development to business goals.

• Cost Effective Approaches that Create Business Value

Cost effective approaches to creating business value go beyond traditional resource reductions. They focus instead on ways to empower each of the components in an integrated organization.

• Letting the Market Drive the Corporate Sustainability Model

Letting the Market Drive the Corporate Sustainability ModelMarket driven sustainability models recognize that external forces are driving a need for supplier alliances that compound results.

• Mobility: New Horizon of Supplier Opportunities in the Auto Industry

The auto industry is ever adapting to new technologies to meet the needs of digital generations in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. Disruptive technologies include diverse mobility applications which are creating new opportunities for innovative suppliers. - By Wilfred SmithTechnolo...

• Wanted: Food and Beverage Industry Suppliers Ready to Innovate and Collaborate

The food and beverage industry is one of the most volatile industries found today due to a mix of complex factors like climate change and changing customer preferences. It is the ideal setting for innovative and collaborative suppliers to start or grow their businesses.------By James Hsu

• Setting up the Business Deal Like the Golf Swing

Every golf swing needs a correct setup if it hopes to lead to a successful shot. Setup the business opportunity like a great golf swing by maintaining position and focus. - By Vincent Pane

• New Era of Value Creation Through Corporate-Aboriginal Economic Unions

New Era of Value Creation Through Corporate-Aboriginal Economic UnionsBuilding economic bridges between corporate Canada and Aboriginal businesses benefits the country as a whole. Creating successful value-creating alliances is just common sense.

• Building a Brand Around Sustainability Key to Technology Success

Sustainability is quickly becoming a watchword for minority firms looking for contracts in the technology industry. Clients care about the environmental impact all the way down the supply chain, and minority owned businesses that can help provide solutions to sustainability issues are in high deman...

• Protecting Ethics, Human Rights and Environmental Sustainability in Global Supply Chains

Protecting Ethics, Human Rights and Environmental Sustainability in Global Supply ChainsMany companies require their suppliers to accept a Code of Conduct addressing ethical behavior, human rights and environmental sustainability. For business leaders, the challenge is ensuring the words are put int...

• How the World’s Biggest Corporations Are Making Themselves Sustainable

Sustainability often means taking care from the top to the bottom of the supply chain. Here, the unique sustainability approaches of companies of all types are showcased.

• Supply Chains and the Case for Inclusion of People with Disabilities

“Supply chains” and “people with disabilities” are two terms that are not commonly used in the same sentence. Now there is growing realization that inclusion in the supply chain can accelerate progress socially and economically. - By Jeremiah Prince

• Working with Suppliers to Meet the Green Imperative

Supplier sustainability metrics and scorecards are once again a trending topic as companies both large and small continue to make the green imperative a part of their business planning. Large corporations, well aware of their position in the public eye, market their supplier sustainability as a con...

• The Role of Spirituality in the Workplace: The Implications and Benefits

The Role of Spirituality in the Workplace: The Implications and BenefitsUnderstanding the role spirituality plays in workplace excellence and work/life balance among workers and leaders alike.

• IBM Develops Transformational Leaders with Transformational Processes

Being able to identify potential leaders and develop them into transformational leaders is a necessity for any business that wants to achieve sustainability. IBM has developed a unique manager system that focuses on processes and results rather than control.

• Growing Through Green:Mercedes Electric Delivering Solutions One After Another

Growing Through Green:Mercedes Electric Delivering Solutions One After AnotherBy Elizabeth ThomasAgainst the backdrop of a tumultuous national economy marked by failing enterprises and budget setbacks, Mercedes Electric Supply is thriving — and even poised to expand.

• Mentorship and Leadership Planning Go Hand-in-Hand

Companies that fail to plan for leadership needs are planning for competitive failure. Mentoring is a key step in ensuring the right talent is available to manage competitive challenges and relevant business initiatives.

• Shared Services: Creating a Service Culture

Global businesses need more than cost cutting strategies to remain competitive. The shared services model offers a comprehensive approach to achieving efficiency, cost reductions, higher quality, and increased service levels. - By Debra Jenkins

• Getting the Best Returns on Investments in Supplier Relationships

Suppliers generate value for their customers, but how does the corporate customer know it is getting the highest returns from supplier relationships? Measuring the ROI of investments in supplier relationships delivers the insights for good decision-making.

• Maintaining Corporate Citizenship in Troubled Times

Maintaining Corporate Citizenship in Troubled TimesBy Ji Hyun LeeWith the country sinking deeper into recession, are sustainable business practices simply a luxury or a necessity for minority and women-owned enterprises?

• Using Technology for Smart Sourcing to Make Smart Decisions

Using Technology for Smart Sourcing to Make Smart DecisionsTraditional procurement functions have measured success in terms of savings and timely materials or product deliveries. Smart sourcing can turn procurement into a strategic organizational partner through tech-based measurement of ROI and th...

• Building a “Sustainable Brand”

Building a “Sustainable Brand”By Morris BocianA common definition of “sustainability” is, “Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” I would rephrase it to “building our generation - enabling future generations.”

• Generating Value with Sustainability Reporting

Generating Value with Sustainability Reporting

• Sustain ability and the New Green Economy

An Opportunity for a Level Playing Field By Jasmine McNealy

• Accelerating The Innovation Agenda: Tapping into Innovations with Suppliers

Innovation is something that should always be on the agenda for any business relationship. However, for many supplier relationships, there is little urgency for innovations within an established framework that is working reasonably well. Unfortunately, while falling into secure balance may be a co...

• South Coast Paper Thrives Through Capital Shortage, Hurricanes and Recessions

South Coast Paper’s growth was earned through efforts focusing on viability in manufacturing plants, and through effective sales and marketing. But real success was achieved through innovative sustainability efforts revolving around meeting customer needs. - By Sharon Rossm

• Transparency & Accountability are Basic Tenets of Sustainability Reporting

Transparency & Accountability are Basic Tenets of Sustainability ReportingStandardization still eludes sustainability reporting, but the foundation of every report should be transparency and accountability.