In the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, an event that has significantly disrupted the Port of Baltimore and, consequently, supply chains across the United States, the critical role of resilient supply chain management has been starkly highlighted. This incident not only emphasizes the need for manufacturers to focus on cost efficiency but also underscores the paramount importance of prioritizing the development of robust and flexible supply chains capable of withstanding unexpected disruptions. Central to this resilience is the presence of adept supply chain leaders, whose strategic foresight and agility are indispensable in navigating the complexities of modern supply chains.

The following is a sample of Interim Management searches Stiles Associates filled on behalf of client organizations. In each example, our dedicated executive recruiters worked with the client to craft a custom search strategy, tapping into our proprietary network of proven executives for each client’s mission-critical temporary need.

In the first quarter of 2022, Stiles Associates placed a number of A-level leaders in mission-critical roles located across the country.

Last year, the Stiles Associates team placed a number of A-level leaders in mission-critical roles
located across the country. As we wrapped up 2021 and turn the page to 2022, we want to share
key information from a handful of last year's searches — which both hiring authorities and
candidates alike will find beneficial to grasp a better understanding of the marketplace demands
in several sectors. The following data points stemming from these searches include: job title,
client industry, U.S. region where the candidate was placed and total compensation.

Great article from IndustryWeek on the rise of the IPD process in design and construction.

"Lean thinking can be an effective source of continuity and structure to make decisions that meet the challenges of whatever issue you face while maintaining as much of the rhythm as possible."

Great article in the Fabricator on the importance of Executive Leadership for Lean transformation.

The turnaround efforts continue at this great American manufacturing organization. Under the guidance of Larry Culp, the former Danaher CEO, General Electric is regaining ground using lessons from Toyota.

Veteran manufacturing executive, business leader and Lean expert Gary Brooks has joined the board of the Plymouth Tube Company. The organization is a privately-held, family-owned precision manufacturer of specialty tubing and extruded products across its nine US-based plants Plymouth Tube has long embraced the operational and cultural components of the Toyota Production System and uses this model to drive constant improvement and performance/value for its customers.

IN THE PAST DECADE, LEAN MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES HAVE EXPANDED TO THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED?

Although Lean was born in Toyota in the 1950s and 1960s, it was not until after 2000 that the first hospitals in the USA, Europe and Australia began to explore it. These pioneering organizations came together to share their stories at the first Global Lean Healthcare Summit in the UK in 2007, which in turn triggered many more experiments around the world. Since then, interest has grown very rapidly.