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... inside one company’s pursuit of a competitive edge
In a speech ringing with emotion, Black Bros. Co. President Matt Carroll described why he is confident the fifth generation family owned manufacturer will weather intense foreign and domestic competition and not only survive, but thrive. "Our greatest asset is our people," said Carroll, addressing 65 associates - many with 30-plus years experience with Black Bros. Co. - who gathered for an afternoon luncheon in the Customer Test Lab. "We have many aggressive competitors and face new threats from China and Japan. Our customers are setting the price. We must reinvent our company by going Lean." With that, Black Bros. Co. officially kicked-off its Lean Enterprise Program.
About the Series
In a series of short articles and features beginning in January, we’ll follow this 125 year-old company on its continuous improvement journey. We’ll hear from the leaders who have created the vision, and the Union production staff who make the machines. We’ll observe as Black Bros. Co. reaches its milestones. We’ll learn from the company as they encounter the inevitable obstacles. Join us for an "all access" look at one Illinois manufacturer’s quest to secure its future.
IMEC, which is helping guide Black Bros. Co. along the lean journey approached Black Bros. Co.'s leadership team about the opportunity to share their story from the beginning of the journey. "We were very eager to participate," said Carroll. "If we can help another company see the commitment it takes to be successful, we’re going to do it."
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