The Myth of “One Size Fits All” in Industrial Operations
BuiltStrong

The Myth of “One Size Fits All” in Industrial Operations

In an ideal world, a facility could stock one type of glove, one kind of tape, one style of safety glasses, one battery type, one trash liner, and call it a day.
What Operations Leaders Can Learn From Supply Chain “Micro-Shocks” in 2025
BuiltStrong

What Operations Leaders Can Learn From Supply Chain “Micro-Shocks” in 2025

2025 has made it clear that micro-shocks aren’t going away. But the best operators have learned how to absorb them without letting performance slip.
Smarter Stockrooms: How AI is Transforming Inventory Management (and When Humans Still Matter)
AISupplyChain

Smarter Stockrooms: How AI is Transforming Inventory Management (and When Humans Still Matter)

Key Points - AI helps inventory teams forecast demand more accurately and react faster to real-world sales patterns. - Automation works best when paired with human oversight—especially for n...
Learning from the People Next Door
MRO

Learning from the People Next Door

In The Woodlands, big ideas start next door. NorthSky’s first year proves that local partnerships fuel national success.
The Economics of Complacency: Why Staying Put Costs More Than You Think
MRO

The Economics of Complacency: Why Staying Put Costs More Than You Think

Many purchasing teams mistake convenience for efficiency. But relying on a single supplier can quietly drive up costs, reduce innovation, and increase risk. Discover why introducing competition int...