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Kenneth B. Ackerman
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Kenneth B. Ackerman, president of The Ackerman Company, can be reached at (614) 488-3165.
What it takes to be a leader
Rudy Giuliani has it. So does Steve Jobs. The control freak in the next office who hogs all the credit does not.
Temporary relief
The business of logistics and supply chain execution will continue to be variable, seasonal, and unpredictable. That means temporary staffing will likely be part of the pictures for some time to come.
Hold that wrecking ball!
Our tendency is to raze old buildings and build something new and state of the art on the site. But with warehouses and DCs, that could be a costly and unnecessary move.
Gain sharing, pain sharing, and the games people play
A well-crafted gain sharing arrangement can pay off for decades. The key is avoiding these common traps.
Night of the living consultants
The newly unemployed are often advised to resurrect themselves as consultants. But knowing your stuff isn't the same as knowing how to consult effectively.
Winners and losers in the post-recession rally
Which companies will prosper and which will languish? It's all about how they handled the downturn.
The art of good supply chain relationships
Are your relationships all about you and your need to drive added revenue? If so, you have your eye on the wrong ball.
The truth about "Business Transformation"
The pitch is that transforming your operation is as easy as finding the right software or training protocol. So why do so many of these initiatives fail?
Planning for a successful succession
While everybody understands the importance of succession planning, all too often, we don't do it. Here's how to ensure a smooth transition.
Next up for C-TPAT: Warehouses and DCs?
At first glance, C-TPAT appears to be all about carriers and other transportation players. But DC managers shouldn't assume they're off the hook.
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