As one of our 6 Labor Moves to maximize warehouse operations, training programs play a key role. To learn more about our 6 Labor Moves, click here. Building and implementing an effective, three-pronged warehouse training program benefits both the employer and the employee — here’s how to do it.

Corporate culture has always been an important factor in business. However, the idea has become an increasingly popular talking point over the past decade.

In today's day and age, technology is at the center of our daily lives. It positively impacts our ability to communicate, access information, and ultimately stay current with the world around us. However, utilizing technology shouldn't be limited to just personal living - your business can reap the benefits as well. 

In manufacturing and distribution, industrial engineers can help your operation achieve heights that may have never been possible before. 

Employees are traditionally compensated on are traditionally compensated on a fixed rate basis - whether they are on an annual salary or paid by the hour. And yet this arrangement is not always the most optimal when it comes to optimizing labor costs while also maximizing productivity and overall performance.

Rising labor costs are being felt across multiple industries due to shifting economies, the global health crisis, digital disruption, and much more. As a result, many businesses are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain exceptional employees for their operations.

A note from the Insource Family:

In these challenging times for all of us, we still wanted to share our next Insource Key with you.  These keys are core to our company culture and it is our hope that you find some value in the article during this time. Be safe and stay healthy.

Growing up in the South, my Momma always told me “Don’t judge a book by its cover” – and there is a lot of truth in that instruction when it comes to people’s character. But your appearance does matter, because we all form opinions and make judgments about people based on what we see… just like our clients, co-workers, and friends do. Think about some of these sayings:

When we think about a “win”, most often it is thought of as defeating your opponent, or imposing your will; however, when it comes to business, you win by helping your client and others win!

There are two main reasons we perform an assignment at work.