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Reflecting the Supply and Demand balance

Planning Productivity improvement SMME Development Supply Chain Systems Thinking

Applying the Supply and Demand Equation to Various Markets

The supply and demand equation is a fundamental concept in economics that can be applied to understand the dynamics of any market. This equation helps explain how the price and…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyFebruary 21, 2025

How to use historic knowledge to solve a current threat

Business Advisory Decision making Food for thought LEAN Productivity improvement Risk assessment SMME Development Supply Chain Systems Thinking

Tariff threats – Why applying 18th-Century Forestry Philosophy to Modern Business makes sense

The 18th-century forestry philosophy, known for its systematic and sustainable approach to forest management, offers valuable lessons for modern business practices.

Dr Kenneth MoodleyFebruary 13, 2025

Business Advisory Decision making Mindset Shift Risk assessment SMME Development Supply Chain

What happens on February 1st? – Strategies for Canadian Businesses to Mitigate the Upcoming 25% Trump Tariff

With the impending 25% tariff on Canadian imports to the U.S. set to take effect on February 1, 2025. Canadian businesses face significant challenges. However, there are several strategies they…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyJanuary 28, 2025

Coaching Development Food for thought Mindset Shift Productivity improvement

Why People Are Quick to Get a Soccer or hockey Coach but Reluctant to Get a Business Coach?

In sports, let’s take soccer or ice hockey, coaches are essential for developing skills and achieving success. In fact, you as a parent will quite happily seek out a coach…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyDecember 20, 2024

Business Advisory Decision making Food for thought Risk assessment Supply Chain

AI Generated adverts – The impact on supply chains and operations

George Moen wrote a terrific article on Coca-Cola using AI to generate a Christmas advert (link below). This got me thinking about the impact this would have on organization's supply…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyDecember 10, 2024

Business Advisory Optimisation Productivity improvement Risk assessment SMME Development Supply Chain

“Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat: Canadian Businesses, Here’s How to Respond”

President-elect Donald Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on all products imported from Canada is cause for concern and introspection as its are expected to be significant. Economic and Supply…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyNovember 27, 2024

Culture change can be achieved step by step

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Understanding Kaizen and how it can help improve productivity

Kaizen, a Japanese term meaning "change for good," embodies the philosophy of continuous improvement through incremental changes and taking a step-by-step approach. It includes the development of management training systems…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyNovember 26, 2024

Productivity improvement requires action

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The Role of Value Stream Mapping in Productivity Improvement

Continuing from our previous discussion on the importance of distinguishing between the supply chain and value chain, let’s explore how Value Stream Mapping (VSM) can be an effective tool for…

Dr Kenneth MoodleyNovember 14, 2024