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Q&A panel: Leading change to find a new way forward

Mark Stevens
Aug 26, 2020

For manufacturers, navigating the COVID-19 pandemic has been all about managing unanticipated change. But what about emerging from it?

Some manufacturers have taken advantage of this disruption time to test business models and leverage their innovative minds — and these leaders of change are showing a different way forward.

In this recorded Q&A panel discussion, you will learn about these creative minds, hear practical examples of innovative actions, and discover how manufacturers are using a forward-thinking mindset to build a new tomorrow. You’ll gain insights into how manufacturers are balancing planning with fast action related to:

  • Changing buyer behaviors and preferences
  • Decision-making criteria and prioritization of investment
  • Connected machines and ecosystems
  • Remote workforce and cultural connectivity
  • Supply chain visibility
  • Connections with customers and key suppliers

The Q&A panel of Wipfli manufacturing specialists was led by Mark Stevens, Principal and leader of Wipfli’s manufacturing consulting practice.

Watch the recording now to find out how your organization can learn, plan and act by leveraging disruption and lead change.

Author(s)

Mark Stevens
Partner, Wipfli Advisory LLC
Dan Miller
Senior Manager, Wipfli Advisory LLC
Brett Polglaze
Principal, Wipfli Advisory LLC
Jake R. Rohrer
Manager, Wipfli Advisory LLC
Joe Girard
Sr. Business Developer, Wipfli Advisory LLC
Luis J. Murgas
Partner, Wipfli Advisory LLC
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