VUCA Times
March 9, 2015We live in VUCA times. VUCA stands for: Volatile – so dynamic with fast changes Uncertain – having a lack of predictability Complex – multiple forces Ambiguous – having a hazy reality The global economy is a great example of VUCA. Countries are tied together so a depression in Europe hits us here. We’ve seen so many fits and
Four Keys to Operational Excellence
March 6, 2015I am obsessed with operational excellence. I am obsessed with operational excellence. At Berlin Packaging, we’ve made amazing progress building operational muscle over the years. The fact we’ve achieved 99+% on-time delivery every month for over ten years is one testament to our focus. At the core of all of this are four principles. First, to
The T-Chart is Berlin’s Constitution
March 4, 2015I want to share a history lesson. The Constitution of the Unites States is the supreme law of the land. It establishes many foundational elements including the branches of government, the roles of the federal government vs. state governments, and a set of individual rights including the first ten amendments, which are called the Bill
Regular Reflections
March 4, 2015When the New Year arrives, everyone is quick to make new resolutions. But most of these resolutions quickly fall by the wayside. Instead, I like to regularly look at what’s happening around me and stay vigilant every day. My point of view is anchored on some core tenets that I’ve built over my career. These include: