Servicing SMEs Throughout Atlantic Canada
It’s that time of the year again, when many organizations plan a social event for their employees in celebration of the holiday season. While this presents an opportunity to connect with staff in a less formal, more social setting, organizations need to recognize that employer-sponsored events outside of work are still considered the “workplace”, and…
Inventory control is a key focus for many organizations that carry significant levels of inventory. Having excess inventory ties up cash, while insufficient levels lead to potential stock outs, and increased risk of losing customers. Historically, operational leaders would tend to utilize min/max levels, or MRP systems to manage and trigger inflows of goods. The…
I often tell people that being a Supervisor was the toughest job I have ever had, while at the same time, being by far the most rewarding. Although as Supervisors we often feel caught-up between the wants and needs of the Management Team and the wants and needs of the employees, it is truly a…
Getting the right people on the bus, and ensuring they are in the right seats, has never been as critical to business as it is today. With the baby boomer generation leaving the workforce in increasing numbers, many businesses are making the shift in HR focus from recruiting to retention, making sure that once we…
Many managers evaluate the morale of their teams and wonder why they are struggling to improve the overall team environment. What are you doing currently? Is it working? If not, what needs to be done differently. It doesn’t always mean big changes are required. Do you even know what motivates your team members? Have you…
So often, employees are promoted because they are really good at what they do as individual contributors. The employee is efficient at what they do, they have a solid understanding of their role and often exceed expectations, they are a good team player and are looking for new tasks to challenge their thinking… The list…
If you asked 20 people what great leadership looks like, you would probably get 20 different answers. Leaders need to be held accountable just as do employees. With the commencement of a New Year, it is a good time to ask yourself some relevant questions to ensure you are aspiring to be the leader you…
Leaders often say that “people are their most valuable asset” but it is really about hiring the right people with the right fit that allows a company to experience long-term sustainability. The importance of fit is key to the recruitment process. When you select people who are going to find the role, the organization, their…