The cost of labor is changing. In the past, companies in many industries saw clear economic advantages to sending labor-intensive processes overseas. But as costs have risen in China and Mexico, technological efficiencies must continue to grow. Organizations that recognize…

Organizations don’t enact positive change overnight. Process improvements, institutional advances, and talent growth can collectively result in desirable outcomes, but collecting these elements while avoiding the hazards of siloed thinking requires a special individual who can bridge these efforts. A…

You’re a C-Suite executive on the hunt for a new role. Should you use job boards as part of your search strategy? Short answer: No. Perception is powerful. If you’re a highly skilled, in-demand executive, you shouldn’t have to look…

Industrial chemical companies continue to be some of the most successful businesses worldwide. According to the American Chemistry Council, the U.S. chemical industry is poised for long-term growth that far surpasses the rest of the economy. The need for chemicals,…

The source of chemicals used in so many finished products today doesn’t come from the manufacturers of those products. On the contrary, it’s the contract chemical manufacturers that often provide businesses those chemicals used in the products. Businesses may decide to use contract chemical manufacturing services to process company-acquired ingredients into finished chemical components or as a source to provide specialty formulas.

  The New Tax Plan Like other industries, Chemical manufacturers design their supply chain to maximize tax advantages afforded by lower tax jurisdictions overseas. Now, with the Republicans controlling both houses and the White House, a new plan is being…