Businesses can accelerate regional innovation by collaborating with universities
The process of forming collaboration programs will not always be easy, and doing so will require trust and ability to deal with some uncertainty and even, potentially, some risk.
Defining the ‘now’ normal
The COVID-19 pandemic toppled the first domino in a line that is still falling, indelibly changing every facet of our society.
Pittsburgh Deal Activity: The economic impact of a manufacturing resurgence
U.S. manufacturers remain confident that the improvements made as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic will pay dividends in future years.
How to protect your margins from cyclical commodity price changes
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on working with commodities, the importance of understanding exposures and how companies can protect themselves, and their customers, from risk.
Attracting a diverse talent pool can increase productivity and innovation
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield’s Margaret Larkins-Pettigrew on how a diverse workforce will help your business move forward — and how it all starts with an inward look at your organization.
What to consider before starting a new construction project
Babst Calland’s Matthew Moses on what to consider before deciding when — and if — to move forward with a construction project.
Michael McGarry and his proven track record have led PPG to global success
When you’ve been with one company as long as PPG’S Michael McGarry, you learn to roll with the changes without losing sight of what makes you successful.
Personal and business vows are easy to make but hard to keep
If only personal/marriage relationship issues could be solved like business disagreements, many honeymoons might continue.
The three pillars of agility
We can look at agility through three pillars: strategy, revenue growth and operational performance. Each pillar plays a role in your ability to succeed.
Grade ‘A’ customers
Before committing to grading your customers, you must have the courage to drop them if they fall below your Mendoza Line.