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In Part 3, Will and Nasir shift from “what’s going wrong” to “what to do about it.” They walk through TBM’s five-step food safety management system approach—Assess, Make Visible, Build the Structure, Train and Do, Sustain—and tie each step back to the real-world challenges discussed in Parts 1 and 2. You’ll hear how an honest diagnostic, clear visibility, defined ownership, frontline engagement, a...

In Part 2, Will and Nasir move closer to the action on the plant floor, exploring how safety breaks down across three zones: production processes, the frontline workforce, and your extended supplier network. They show why high turnover, onboarding shortcuts, and weak supplier oversight can undermine even the best-documented safety programs. You’ll hear what a “living” HACCP system looks like, why...

In Part 1 of this three-part series, host Will Merriman and TBM Senior Management Consultant Nasirali (Nasir) Emadi unpack why food and beverage safety management is about much more than staying off OSHA’s radar or avoiding the next recall headline. They connect the dots between recordables, product recalls, and everyday process decisions on the plant floor, showing how safety prevention consisten...

Modern Sales Inventory and Operations Planning, or SIOP, separates manufacturers who are constantly firefighting from those who can see around the corner and plan with confidence. If you’re still relying on spreadsheets, siloed systems, and forecasts no one fully trusts, you’re likely paying for it in overtime, expediting, and missed customer commitments. In this episode of The Manufacturing Edge,...

Many digital management system initiatives fall short — not because of the technology, but because organizations underestimate the human side of the transition. Moving from traditional paper-based boards to digital systems requires more than new tools; it demands changes in leadership behaviors, communication habits, and how teams engage with daily performance. When that change isn’t actively mana...

This episode of The Manufacturing Edge explores how digital management systems have fundamentally transformed what’s possible compared to traditional, physical boards and manual tracking. The discussion highlights how real-time visibility, multi-site connectivity, faster escalation, and data-driven decision-making replace delayed rollups and siloed information—while still preserving the lean disci...

In a world obsessed with AI, automation, and digital transformation, the manufacturers that will pull ahead this year are doing something far more fundamental: they are mastering operational discipline. In this special multi-part episode of The Manufacturing Edge , TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy sits down with regional leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America for a candid, executive-le...

In a world obsessed with AI, automation, and digital transformation, the manufacturers that will pull ahead this year are doing something far more fundamental: they are mastering operational discipline. In this special multi-part episode of The Manufacturing Edge , TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy sits down with regional leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America for a candid, executive-le...

In a world obsessed with AI, automation, and digital transformation, the manufacturers that will pull ahead this year are doing something far more fundamental: they are mastering operational discipline. In this special multi-part episode of The Manufacturing Edge , TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy sits down with regional leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America for a candid, executive-le...

In a world obsessed with AI, automation, and digital transformation, the manufacturers that will pull ahead this year are doing something far more fundamental: they are mastering operational discipline. In this special multi-part episode of The Manufacturing Edge , TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy sits down with regional leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America for a candid, executive-le...

In a world obsessed with AI, automation, and digital transformation, the manufacturers that will pull ahead this year are doing something far more fundamental: they are mastering operational discipline. In this special multi-part episode of The Manufacturing Edge , TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy sits down with regional leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America for a candid, executive-le...

In a world obsessed with AI, automation, and digital transformation, the manufacturers that will pull ahead this year are doing something far more fundamental: they are mastering operational discipline. In this special multi-part episode of The Manufacturing Edge , TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy sits down with regional leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America for a candid, executive-le...

Getting It Right – How to Succeed (and Why Many Don’t) In the final episode, Will, Bill Remy , and Paul Culling tackle the real-world challenges of implementation. From overcoming resistance to change to avoiding common pitfalls, they share best practices that ensure your digital management system doesn’t just launch—it lasts. You’ll hear practical advice on how to build buy-in across all levels o...

Why Digitizing a Management System Is a Force Multiplier In this second part of the series, Will, Bill Remy , and Paul Culling dive deeper into why digitizing your management system is more than a tech upgrade—it’s a catalyst for transformation. They explore how integrating TBM’s tiered management system with iObeya’s digital capabilities boosts speed, visibility, and collaboration, sharing real-w...

In this three-part series on The Manufacturing Edge Podcast, the host Will Merriman sits down with TBM CEO Bill Remy and Paul Culling , Territory Director for the Americas and Head of Global Alliances at iObeya , to tackle a challenge that’s holding too many manufacturers back: outdated, disconnected management systems. In this part one of the series, Will sits down with Bill and Paul to discuss t...

I s Your Global Sourcing Strategy Still Fit for Purpose? In this episode of The Manufacturing Edge, host Daniel Bobik sits down with TBM experts Brian Cromer and Nasir Emadi to tackle the urgent need for manufacturers to rethink their sourcing strategies. With rising geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and cost pressures, relying on yesterday’s playbook is no longer an option. What Yo...

Even as global tariffs surge, supply chains strain, and costs climb, the pressure on manufacturers to deliver on Annual Operating Plan (AOP) goals remain a priority—often with fewer people and tighter budgets. In this episode of The Manufacturing Edge, TBM experts David Pate and Brian Cromer share how manufacturers can shift from survival mode to rapid progress—advancing confidently toward their A...

In this episode of The Manufacturing Edge podcast, host Daniel Bobik sits down with Bill Remy, CEO of TBM Consulting Group , to explore the evolving role of Lean Manufacturing in a digital world. The discussion highlights how lean principles remain a powerful tool for driving efficiency, eliminating waste, and fostering agility. Bill shares insights on overcoming implementation challenges, integra...

In this episode of The Manufacturing Edge podcast, "Beyond Cost Savings: How Network Optimization Drives Growth in Manufacturing," host Daniel Bobik sits down with Brian Cromer, Managing Director of Global Supply Chain Practice , and Dave Hicks, VP of Maintenance Excellence Practice at TBM Consulting Group. Together, they explore how network optimization goes beyond just cutting costs—it’s a power...

In this two-part podcast episode, Daniel Bobik speaks with experts Harry Moser, Founder of the Reshoring Initiative and David Pate, VP of TBMs Operational Excellence Practice, about the pressing issue of tariffs and their wide-ranging impacts on the US manufacturing sector, the financial benefits of reshoring by assessing total cost of ownership, and the short-term tactics and long-term strategies...

In this two-part podcast episode, Daniel Bobik speaks with experts Harry Moser, Founder of the Reshoring Initiative and David Pate, VP of TBMs Operational Excellence Practice, about the pressing issue of tariffs and their wide-ranging impacts on the US manufacturing sector, the financial benefits of reshoring by assessing total cost of ownership, and the short-term tactics and long-term strategies...

In this episode our CEO, Bill Remy talks with the host of Lean Blog, Mark Graban, about the transformative power of Lean leadership and operational excellence. Bill shares insights from his extensive career, including how he first encountered Lean principles at Allied Signal and the dramatic improvements achieved through lead time reduction and flow. They explore the critical role of communication...

While high inflation will drive down demand and allow supply to catch up, companies will need to shift to a more competitive mind-set to win in this environment.  This means improving lead times and consistently meeting service promises compared to the competition. Dan Sullivan explains how traditional operational excellence practices is the smartest, fastest, and most efficient way to win.

Shannon shares her perspective on the labor market over the next 6-12 months amid inflation and potential recession and how manufacturers should address the rising costs of employment and talent shortage.

Ken Koenemann, Vice President of Supply Chain and Technology practices at TBM Consulting Group, explains how inflation is impacting suppliers, material costs, transportation costs and customer demand in the next 6-12 months. Listen to his perspective on better supply chain planning in the short and long term that can withstand tough economic conditions.