IndustryWeek -- Leadership & Strategy

Foxconn Parent Company Raises Salaries for China Workers

Hon Hai announcement comes as Fair Labor Association begins inspections for Apple at Foxconn plant.

Caterpillar to Shift Production from Japan to New U.S. Plant Planned for Georgia

The decision 'is driven by the proximity to a large base of customers in North America and Europe.'

A Framework for IT Investment for Manufacturing Executives

Executives feel vulnerable to three technology-enabled threats: a) shift in customer expectations to a better or differentiated offering, b) significant changes in product and service delivery costs and c) the emergence of new products or services from competitors.

Inside vs. Outside: When to Hire a Consultant

Check out this process for determining whether to handle a project in-house or hire an outside expert.

China Workers Stage Walkout Over Takeover Deal

Workers worried about future of their jobs and low severance packages.

Rising Costs of Raw Materials Hurt AkzoNobel Profit

Sales rise 7%, while net profit slumps nearly 37%.

Viewpoint: What the Aircraft Industry Can Learn From Wichita's Woes

Analyst Richard Aboulafia believes that the self-proclaimed 'Air Capital of the World' deserves better than to serve as a cautionary tale.

Renault to Produce Electric Cars in China

Beside green cars, the automaker is eyeing more luxury car sales in China as it moves to renew its fleet in 2014.

Securing the Elusive Lean Buy-In

Take advantage of this four-step process to achieve buy-in for your lean efforts.

Industrial Robotics Expands Beyond the Automotive Industry

Thanks to the maturation of robotics technology, a growing number of industries are using robots for a wider range of applications.