Suppliers, distributers, product extenders go from helper to competitor
A method that establishes a range of needs — and then tightens the range — works better
Unlike in past cycles, factory jobs are showing strength ahead of expected downturn
Higher demand from U.S. and China means expanding into new markets
Withholding renewal of a supply agreement can be more powerful than other carrots and sticks
Operations managers can take into consideration happiness, equity and sustainability
Consumer goods got costlier as manufacturers moved to avoid new revenue recognition rules