Posts by Business Accelerants™
I Can See Clearly Now with 2020 Vision
Since this is Oregon, I can’t really sing the song as written, “I can see clearly now the rain is gone.” But, 2019 is now “in the books.” Lots of business are checking their numbers twice to make sure they are nice and not naughty. I often find myself signing contracts, clicking on privacy policies,…
Read MoreCan You NAME the Buyer?
Who makes the decision? Every child quickly learns which of the two parents makes which decisions. They quickly become adept at playing one against the other to get what they want. The kids are not the buyers, they are the sellers in this case. They sell you, playing on your emotions, to get what they…
Read MoreDisFocusTraction
Focus is good and distraction is bad. Right? Not necessarily so.
Read MoreWhy Are You Creating a B/S Plan?
A plan, business or strategic, is intended to be built on a solid foundation yet provide a view from the top. It cascades from top to bottom, continually flowing.
Read MoreTantalizing Technology Testimonials
Testimonials help tantalizing technology sell.
Read MoreWho or What Is Your Next B.O.S.S.—Business Operating System Strategy™
As explained in the last article, Deming and Drucker were instrumental in taking manufacturing from individual craftsmanship to modern automated production at volume with repeatable quality in all aspects of dimensions, performance, and characteristics. They were advocates of eliminating waste and continuous improvement. They even went so far as to develop similar processes and attitudes in administrative functions. As good as the Quality Management Systems they developed are, they don’t tell the whole story of what it takes to run a manufacturing business, let alone a services or e-commerce business.
Read MoreSlow Down To Make the Fuel Last
Technology improvements to reduce the use of fuels of all types and eliminate greenhouse gases will require new technician training.
Read MoreQuality Systems Need to Become Your B.O.S.S.— Business Operating System Strategy™
Executives and managers often struggle with who is in charge. One of their battle fields is quality. Often executives do not see the value in quality systems, while managers more often do, but it is not guaranteed. Quality managers always do, but are unable to quantify the benefits in business-savvy terms. They meet resistance in…
Read MoreFeed Me!!!
Running a restaurant is hard work. Nothing can go wrong, right? We interviewed a successful franchise restaurant owner to explore the Business Accelerants™ 7-Forces and their inmpact.
Read MoreLet Me Do It!
Independence is NOT freedom. It’s a responsibility—to yourself and to all those that depend on you.
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