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Why Modular Building Hasn’t Revolutionized Construction

Harvard Business

The barriers to industrial building — the decentralized nature of the industry and the limited number of employers in a position to make long-term investments, the complications of transportation, and the uncertainty about demand for the product — ensure that modular building will remain a stable but relatively small percentage of total construction (..)

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Sustainable Supply Chains Reduce Environmental Footprint

Tom Spencer

For example, Adidas has launched initiatives to produce shoes from ocean plastic waste , turning a pollutant into a valuable consumer product. Companies are implementing various strategies to minimize waste production, from the design phase, lean manufacturing techniques, to end-of-life management.

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Managing Risks in Manufacturing Projects: Essentials and Best Practices

Epicflow

Supply chain disruption involves raw material shortages, delays in transportation, trade restrictions, and more. In addition, problems with equipment may cause additional risks related to workers’ safety and product quality. In addition, geopolitical tensions and military conflicts don’t add to supply chain stability.

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The Goldilocks Theory of Product Success

Harvard Business

Consider the following examples: In the late 1800s, gasoline-powered vehicles promised to revolutionize transportation, allowing people to travel further, faster and more safely. Horses had been the primary transportation method for thousands of years. So they used design, rather than the product itself, to create differentiation.

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Career Launchpad: The value of joining an MBB Firm

Tom Spencer

I wanted to dive deep into the transportation industry and build my expertise and network there. Organized and Structured Consulting Approach The work environment at MBB firms is fast-paced and demanding, with high expectations for performance and productivity.

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Startups: Picking the right opportunity for your career

Tom Spencer

Identify the areas that you are passionate about Consulting provided me with exposure to various industries, but I realized I wanted to delve deeper into the world of transportation. These startups have usually been in operation for around five years, have substantial funding, and have products that have achieved product-market fit.

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Your New Hit Product Might Be Underpriced

Harvard Business

The odds are stacked against new products or services. We have diagnosed thousands of product failures over the last 30 years, and have found recurring patterns. Often new products are over-engineered with too many features, usually at too high a price. The problem with wildly successful products. How could they not have?