Last week the SIMOS Indiana team participated in the 13th annual Million Meal Marathon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This one-day event gathered over 1,100 volunteers to pack meals for Indiana food banks

Fresh Cut, Cold Cut, and Grocery supply chains play essential roles in shaping the industry and are a critical part of the food chain. What are they and how can you optimize your operation for them?

Our SIMOS team is headed to Orlando October 1st-3rd for the annual CSCMP Edge conference, Supply Chain’s Premier Event. Join us at Booth #104. We look forward to seeing you at CSCMP Edge 2023!

The growing demand for transparency and accountability has given rise to the importance of corporate citizenship reports. Let's explore why corporate citizenship reports are so important

Some companies have successfully controlled certain variables within their operation and used LEAN strategies to manage their operation, including the 5s method. So can it help your business?

An unhealthy manufacturing work culture can have negative consequences. The first step in changing this type of environment, and its effects, requires a shift in mindset.

Light industrial companies require employees with specific knowledge and skills, and veterans are well-suited for these roles due to their unique experiences. Explore their lesser-known skills here!

Methods used to attract and retain talented employees often vary from one year to the next. Here are five staffing and recruiting trends that we are expected to see in 2023

Two things that can greatly contribute to or detract from a business’s level of success are its people and its equipment. Here are some signs to look for on which to invest in at the moment

Lower turnover rates, the ability to attract more talent, a reduction of misdirection issues and greater employee motivation are results of investing in your employees. How can you? Here are five ways

There are several benefits of having employees develop the same mindset as gig workers. Here are four strategies that can help your current employees start to think—and behave—like a gig worker.

Some businesses engage in offshoring, but another option for businesses today is something called nearshoring. If you’ve never heard of this term, let’s look at what it is and it's potential benefits

Employee schedules in an industrial environment are typically fairly rigid. While this makes sense from an operational standpoint, there are a few benefits to flexible schedules in manufacturing.

Gifts are a great way to show how much you value your employees and their contributions. Whether you need a gift to help with their daily life or extra perks, here a some employee holiday gift ideas.

Promoting internally can also be motivating to your employees when they know that their hard work may be rewarded with a move into a higher or more advanced position. Here are a few signs to look for.

What would a 4-day work week look like in manufacturing and distribution? It could have both pros and cons.

Job posts are more than just a starting point for finding your next employee. If done right, they’ll draw in only the most qualified and experienced applicants.

We’re now more than halfway through 2022 and the nation has endured some extreme statistics—some are hopeful, and others are alarming.Here is a brief look at a few of them.

One of the newest acronyms to join the industrial and retail industry is RaaS. Here we explain what RaaS is, as well as how it can impact the operations side of your business.

Veteran transition programs assist with this process, helping service members who are leaving active duty as they re-acclimate to home, family, work, and everything else outside military life.