Articles by SCMFG/Staff

Successful businesses do “what they have to do”

Successful businesses do “what they have to do.”  One thing they “have to do” is remain properly positioned in their clients’ mind. It’s hard to talk, write or think about any business topic without filtering it through the temporarily ever-present “pandemic.”  Collectively, we hear about and applaud…


THE LANDSCAPE OF TODAY’S WORKFORCE

As employers face the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, Human Resource and Talent Acquisition efforts are being scrutinized in ways like never before. Now, more than ever, we need to evaluate the landscape of our workforce and consider making changes and adjustments that will encourage culture strength, internal growth,…



1 awesome simple bag versus 1 tough virus

Who would have imagined a simple single use plastic grocery bag playing a possible role in helping to squash the number of people getting infected with the COVID19 virus? When the virus first raised its ugly head on Dec. 31, 2019, while everyone was preparing to welcome…


Five Lean Principles That Will Help Companies Through the Covid-19 Crisis

I am frequently asked by business leaders, owners, and manufacturers, what are the best ways to improve business results.  Whether in times of crisis or times of growth, the answer often lies in the application of the fundamental principles of Lean. There are five principles of Lean…


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“Mission First, People Always”

One of the first things I learned as a 2nd Lieutenant Infantry Officer how important it was to ensure that soldiers were well taken care of. This is something that is paramount to the success of any professional military. At the same time, the Army exists to accomplish…


Life Lesson #1 – Always Tell Yourself the Truth

KTM Solutions celebrated 15 years in business on April 21, 2020. The celebration was not at all as planned. Most of our clients, suppliers, and associates were “grounded” due to coronavirus, making any celebration a bit lack-luster. The grounding also allowed many of us to hit the…



Amid COVID-19 Scare; Jantize America helps Manufacturers Safely Return to Work

Jantize America offers misting and fogging disinfectant systems to combat COVID-19 and many other viruses and bacteria. These systems cover 10-times more surface area than traditional cleaning, disinfecting spray and wipe methods. The process does not replace traditional cleaning practices but serves as an additional disinfecting method. It is becoming the standard in surgical rooms […]