MEMA Names New Executive Director of Association Management Division
Brent Hazelett has been promoted to executive director of Management Services Group (MSG), the association management division of MEMA. He has served as the executive director of the Filter Manufacturers Council (FMC) since May 1998, and will continue to serve in that capacity as well.
Autogeek.com Hires Media Management Marketing as Its New PR Agency of Record
Autogeek.com has named Wisconsin-based Media Management Marketing as its public relations agency of record. AutoGeek.com, which launched October of 2001, is a search engine and information portal for automotive and motorcycle Web sites. The site offers visitors an club listings, an event calendar, photos and more.
Federal Panel Claims Cooper Breaks Labor Law
According to a federal labor panel, Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. is violating federal law by refusing to bargain with a union elected to represent workers at its Cedar Rapids, Iowa, distribution center.
Auto Supplier Venture: Money Diverted Before its Bankruptcy
One of Michigan’s largest private corporations has taken the extraordinary action of suing the man who founded it, saying he, his family and side businesses owned by them siphoned more than $314 million from the corporation before it declared bankruptcy.
High Price of Steel Leaves Consumer Feeling the Squeeze
The price of steel has risen substantially over the past few months, and many suppliers to the auto industry are feeling squeezed because they are big buyers of steel, according to a new study conducted by Frost & Sullivan consulting firm.
Process Performance Metrics
In the previous two installments, we discussed the process enterprise and how it is created in an organization. Last issue in particular, we identified that one of the key roles of the process owner is to identify important dimensions of process performance and establish appropriate measures. This week we’ll talk about key differences between traditional measures of performance and the new measures needed in a process enterprise.
DST Asks: Have You Explored the Benefits of Formless Printing Technology?
Many firms throughout the supply chain have discovered the benefits and enormous payback of investing in formless printing technology (formless printing eliminates the requirement for costly preprinted forms, such as invoices). Have you explored the potential ROI benefits that formless printing could provide your business within months of implementation? Have you further explored the potential benefits of direct electronic communication of formed documents via e-mail or e-fax?
Florida Senate Committee Passes Insurer-Owned Repair Facility Legislation
By a vote of 8 to 1, the Florida Senate Committee on Banking and Insurance has passed Senate Bill 2692, which prohibits insurer-owned shops in the state of Florida.
National Tire Safety Week Participation Growing
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) has announced that participation in the third annual National Tire Safety Week has doubled this year, with more than 8,000 tire retail stores participating. As part of the campaign, tire retailers will distribute “Be Tire Smart” brochures produced by RMA. The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) has announced that participation in the third annual National Tire Safety Week has doubled this year, with more than 8,000 tire retail stores participating. As part of the campaign, tire retailers will distribute “Be Tire Smart” brochures produced by RMA.
ChevronTexaco Global Lubricants Launches Service-Based Offering for Manufacturers
ChevronTexaco Global Lubricants (CTGL) has launched a new service-based offering designed to enhance fluid system reliability in industrial operations. The new offering, Reliability Solutions, features lubricant related products and services to help customers maximize their investment in equipment and lubrication.