The future of communication and networking are very much on our minds this week as we examine how the interconnected world is rapidly affecting the status quo in leadership and business operations.
From the buzz on social media around Sony's challenges with its PS4 launch, to increasing pressure on future leaders and generations in the U.S. to adopt a more global skillset, this week's round-up focuses on how technology and global commerce are placing the actions of manufacturers as well as individuals under a microscope, and creating new expectations around performance and communication.
Fujitsu turned to Dassault Systemes to aid in eliminating churn and streamline its processes. The company implemented the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, specifically ENOVIA. The overview goal for this decision was to improve Fujitsu’s data visibility, eliminate rework, and streamline product development from initial customer requirements to manufacturing. Dassault has published a customer story on the success that Fujitsu has experienced by implementing this product. For a company that originally had 24 applications, to date it has eliminated 13 and are well on its way to a single enterprise application. Read the article, and watch the video below.
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Tim Lozier, of EtQ, throws a spin on the traditional approach to implementing a Quality Management System and even brings his work home with him. We won’t spoil much detail because it’s worth the read, and Lozier’s analysis provides a more engaged understanding of QMS functionality. Learn how document control relates to next-generation Loziers and how employee training, corrective action, adverse event tracking, complaint management, audit management, reporting, and continuous improvement all play an important role in the journey to operational excellence at home. Read more.
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An article recently published by Pete Tate, of Frost & Sullivan, on the blog for The Global Community of Growth, Innovation, and Leadership emphasizes that possessing global skills (aside from advanced technology) is extremely important for the next wave of manufacturers. Aside from advancements in automation and 3D printing capabilities, understanding differing cultures is becoming critical to the future of the manufacturing industry. Tate points out that America may be slipping behind all other nations in this area, and that the missing global element may lead to conflicts in the future of U.S. manufacturing. Backing for this statement includes the 15% of North American survey respondents that indicated international assignments having the greatest impact on leadership development. Read more.
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Last week we saw the much anticipated release of Sony's PlayStation 4. Of the million units sold for the launch, there are projected to be several thousand defective that need to be replaced, which has sparked considerable negative media attention. This situation sheds light on the fact that with today's socially-engaged world, there is much less room for error. In this article, Mike Roberts examines the challenges with Sony's new product introduction, and discuss what business leaders can learn from it. We have received many comments in the past few days from this article, and we encourage you to join the conversation.
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