Is Your Talent Strategy Ready to Integrate AI?

CB and Associates - Integrating AI into Your Talent Strategy

One of my clients—a manufacturing CEO—recently shared a thought with me: “We’re investing in AI, but I’m not sure we’re using it where it can actually make a difference.” I think many leaders can relate. AI is moving quickly, and there is a lot to figure out—from where it can create real value to how…

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Strategic Hiring-3 Insights

CB & Associates, Inc - Strategic Hiring

Manufacturing leaders are under pressure to hire smarter, not faster. Between economic uncertainty, supply chain shifts, and evolving workforce expectations, strategic hiring has become a competitive advantage. Below are three insights shaping how manufacturers can think about talent in 2026 — and avoid costly hiring mistakes. Hiring Strategy = Business Strategy Manufacturing growth is increasingly…

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How to Unlock Team Performance

Unlocking Team Performance

In manufacturing, we often focus on machines, processes, and output. But the real differentiator—especially in mid-sized organizations—is how well your people work together. Strong teams, agile skills, and aligned leadership can help your business move faster, solve problems sooner, and retain good people longer. In this month’s article, I am sharing three insights that offer…

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