When we think of Lean Agile ways of working we tend to think of digital offerings, and smaller applications at that. We don’t really think of hardware, and certainly not gargantuan manufacturing tasks like building an airliner. But as anyone who was consulted in lean agile ways of working will attest, the principles are the…
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Do low cost carriers pose a threat to big established airlines?
Yes and no. Low-cost airlines can be serious competition to big airlines, as they offer lower ticket prices and focus on efficiency and cost-saving measures to attract budget-conscious traveler’s. Low-cost airlines often use secondary airports, have a simplified fare structure, and charge for additional services that are optional on traditional airlines, such as baggage, seat…
Do ‘Just in Time’ supply chains still work post Covid?
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on global supply chains, causing disruptions and challenges that have forced companies to reevaluate their approach to just-in-time manufacturing. Just-in-time manufacturing is a strategy used by many companies to minimize inventory costs by producing goods only when they are needed, rather than stockpiling them. The pandemic has…
Did Taylorism help or hinder the workforce?
Taylorism, also known as scientific management, was a management theory developed by Frederick Winslow Taylor in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Taylorism aimed to increase productivity by optimizing the way work was performed and breaking it down into small, repetitive tasks that could be easily learned and performed by workers. On one hand,…
Should I work at a ‘Big 4’?
The Big Four refers to the four largest professional services networks in the world, which include PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Deloitte, Ernst & Young (EY), and KPMG. These companies provide a wide range of professional services, including auditing, consulting, tax, and advisory services. Working at one of these companies is often considered a desirable career choice due…
What role does Cryptocurrencies play in a pending recession?
Cryptocurrencies have been around since the launch of Bitcoin in 2009, but their impact on economic recessions has been a topic of discussion only in recent years. With the global economy facing the threat of another recession, experts are weighing in on the role of cryptocurrency in mitigating the effects of an economic downturn. In…
Adam Mitchell 