Most strategic plans don’t fail in execution—they fail at the very first step: preparation and alignment. Without a clear, organization-wide understanding of where you are and where you're going, execution becomes fragmented, leading to disconnected initiatives and misaligned "pet projects" that don’t drive meaningful results.

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Conversations on Resilient Leadership #5 – Security Industry Legend: Ken Gould

Join Jim de Vries in this riveting episode of Conversations on Resilient Leadership as he sits down with Ken Gould, a 50-year veteran of the security industry and founder of KG Consulting. Ken’s journey, from managing his family’s business to leading multimillion-dollar companies and shaping industry associations, offers a masterclass in resilient leadership.

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Mitigating Rare Earth Dependency While Creating New Revenue Streams

A well-structured, resilient supply chain can turn dependency risks into new avenues for profitability and long-term success.

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Revolutionizing SI&OP with AI-Infused Digital Twins

Analyst Insight: Artificial intelligence-infused digital twins promise to enable a production and warehousing system where every SKU, production line, forklift, storage area and freight movement operates in perfect unison. These cutting-edge

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Bridging the Global Innovation Gap: The Roadmap to U.S. Technological Leadership Through 2030

In an era of relentless digital disruption, the global technology innovation landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. Once the undisputed leader in innovation, the United States now faces unprecedented competition from Europe and China—both of which are rapidly narrowing the gap with their aggressive R&D investments and strategic initiatives. As U.S. manufacturers and policymakers strive to maintain a competitive edge, the focus is shifting from merely innovating to executing innovations with unprecedented speed and precision.

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The Evolution of AI: Unlocking Business Value from 2023 to 2026

The rapid advancements in AI technology are reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. This article is a roadmap tailored for C-suite executives to understand the business implications and benefits of key AI trends from 2023 to 2026.

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Conversations on Resilient Leadership #4 – From Former Hospital Worker to CEO: Jacquelyn Gernaey

In this engaging episode of Conversations on Resilient Leadership, host Jim de Vries sits down with Jacquelyn Gernaey, CEO of Seven Star HR, to explore her remarkable journey from hospital microbiologist to pioneering business leader. Jackie shares candid stories of pivotal career moments - from boldly asking for a job that changed her trajectory to making the tough decision to sell her own division.

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The Production-Warehouse Revolution You Didn’t See Coming

Imagine walking into a warehouse where every item, every forklift, every square foot of space is working in perfect harmony. No bottlenecks, no wasted space, no surprises. Sounds like a logistics fairy tale, right? Well, it's not. This is the reality of integrated digital twins, quietly transforming warehouses worldwide.

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Conversations on Resilient Leadership #3 – Leadership Under Fire: John Cosgrove

In this powerful episode, we sit down with John Cosgrove, President of Atlantic Handling Systems and former Mayor of Fair Lawn, NJ, who shares his remarkable journey from volunteer firefighter to successful business leader. With four decades of leadership experience, Cosgrove reveals how life-and-death decisions in the fire department shaped his approach to business and public service.

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Conversations on Resilient Leadership #2 – Surviving the Startup Rollercoaster: Michael Loveless

In Episode 2 of Conversations on Resilient Leadership, Jim de Vries speaks with Mike Loveless, VP of AI and Analytics at intelgraph, about the art of balancing entrepreneurial vision with pragmatic decision-making.  From lessons learned in the trenches of tech startups to strategies for fostering resilience in today’s volatile landscape, Mike shares insights on cultivating tenacity, navigating partnerships, and leveraging AI to build robust, adaptive organizations. 

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Conversations on Resilient Leadership #1 – Leading with Vision and Values: Assad Mirza

In this inaugural episode of Conversations on Resilient Leadership, host Jim DeVries sits down with Assad Mirza, CEO of Infinity Opex, for a candid exploration of authentic leadership in today's dynamic business environment.

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Navigating Rare Earth Supply Chains: A Strategic Approach

In my years advising business leaders, I've seen my fair share of supply chain challenges. But none quite match the complexity and urgency of the rare earth mineral dilemma we're facing today.

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Navigating the Supply Chain Amid Economic Landscapes: Integrating Geopolitical Insights and Investment Trends

Navigating Indecision: Strategies for Moving Forward   We are at the precipice of a change from high inflation and interest rates (at the end of the bullwhip effect coming from

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