Herman Trend Alert 2011 Workforce/Workplace Forecast
1. Recruitingwill intensify. We are already seeing the large companies looking forincreasing numbers of employees. Later in 2011, the small andmedium-size companies will join the scrimmage. More companies that hadeliminated their recruiting functions will hire inside people to offsetthe expenses of headhunter fees. 2. Unemployment will remain relatively high. We expectunemployment to remain over 8
Chalifoux Named First President of Motor & Equipment Remanufacturers Association
Chalifoux’s new position becomes effective in January. Initially, he will be based in the Troy, Mich., office of the Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA), MEMA’s original equipment affiliate. He will continue in his current position as OESA vice president, marketing and business development, through the end of 2010. “John worked tirelessly with the association working
Federal-Mogul Announces Enhanced Organization for North American Aftermarket
The company has appointed Bob Egan to the position of vice president, customer relations for the global aftermarket. Egan will report to Jay Burkhart, senior vice president, global aftermarket, in his new position. The change is effective immediately. “Bob will assume responsibility for the development of our strategic partnerships with our key customers worldwide,” said
Zwicker To Present ‘Embracing the Future’ at Big R Show
Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) President Bill Gager announced that Shawn K. Zwicker, Leader of New Business Development at Cummins, Inc. in Columbus, Indiana will speak on “Embracing the Future” at the Opening Session of the International BIG R Show on October 31, 2010 at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel. “Growing environmental concerns and the
2010 Machine Shop Market Profile Part 1
Of course, Hollywood is always making predictions about the future thatdon’t come true. Where are the colonies on the Moon??Cures for allmajor diseases? And what about those flying cars we’ve been promised? This being real life, bold predictions can be fun to anticipate, butit’s the little changes that often have the biggest impact on our
Northwood University Announces First Blended Automotive MBA Degree
The first MBA program designed to address the parallel business challenges and emerging opportunities facing automotive dealership and aftermarket manufacturing and distribution professionals will be launched in January by Northwood University’s DeVos Graduate School of Management. Applications are now being accepted for this exclusive degree program. The DeVos MBA for Automotive Professionals will be the
John Washbish to Speak at ASPA Luncheon at AAPEX
Theannual Automotive Specialty Products Alliance (ASPA) luncheon heldduring the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) will feature “AMonolog with John Washbish.” Washbish, president and CEO, AftermarketAuto Parts Alliance, will discuss the present state of the aftermarket,as well as his outlook for the future at the luncheon, which takesplace Nov. 3 in the Venetian Hotel. Washbish has
Automechanika Aftermarket Forum Returns To Automechanika Frankfurt
The Automechanika Aftermarket Forum is once again a part of Automechanika Frankfurt, which opens its doors from September 14 – 19, 2010. This time, however, the Forum will have a new format that begins with an official opening ceremony and lasts a day longer than in 2008. The spotlight of this additional day will be
Compliance Issues Threaten Internships
In response to a recent United States Department of Labor (DOL) warningabout intern compensation and exploitation, the issue of unpaidinternships has attracted considerable attention. The DOL subsequentlyissued "Fact Sheet #71: Internship Programs under the Fair LaborStandards Act" (April 2010). This document clarifies employerguidelines about what constitutes "trainee status" to qualify for acompensation exemption. The reaction
2010 Machine Shop Market Profile Part 1
Of course, Hollywood is always making predictions about the future that don’t come true. Where are the colonies on the Moon??Cures for all major diseases? And what about those flying cars we’ve been promised? This being real life, bold predictions can be fun to anticipate, but it’s the little changes that often have the biggest
Protecting Your Assets
Do we have coverage for that loss? If you don’t already know the answer to this question, it’s too late. The key is proactively managing the protection of your assets: buildings, inventory, human resources – through various means. It is crucial that you, the owner, be involved in the process of transferring risk by buying
Babcox Media Acquires Motorcycle Product News
Babcox Media Inc. is pleased to announce its acquisition of Motorcycle Product News (MPN) magazine, effective April 1, 2010. The addition of MPN to Babcox’s extensive portfolio of print publications and related digital properties will extend the company’s reach into the motorcycle and powersports markets. Babcox has acquired the title from Athletic Business Publications Inc.,
Melling Tool Co. to Acquire Rush Metals
MellingTool Co. this week announced a tentative agreement for the purchase ofRush Metals in Billings, Okla. The deal is expected to close inmid-March. A subsidiary of Cloyes Gear and Products Inc., Rush Metals manufacturesa wide variety of sintered metal products serving the automotive,industrial, agriculture and automotive aftermarket componentsindustries. Rush Metals has been in business
Dick Morgan Retires as John Washbish Takes Presidency of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
For more than 15 years, Richard (Dick) Morgan has served as presidentand CEO of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (Alliance). On hisretirement, effective Dec. 31, 2009, Morgan culminated a 48-year careerof successes in the industry. “I’ve been fortunate to have spent the final years of my career at theAlliance,” said Morgan. “This is the best group
Minneapolis, MN Selected As Site of Fall 2010 PERA Convention
Minneapolis has been selected as the site of the 2010 Production Engine Remanufacturers Association Annual Convention. The convention, to be held Sept. 15-18, will include technical seminars, business and marketing presentations and at least two tours of local remanufacturing facilities. The Association’s annual Golf Outing will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 15 with an opening
Herman Trend Alert: Health Care Reform
As the United States thinks about health care reform, it seemsappropriate to look at ways to reduce medical costs without sacrificingquality of care. Some of the leading-edge health care solutions areclearly non-traditional. They include "disruptive" healthcareinnovations, such as medical tourism, retail clinics, medical homes,alternative and integrated medicine and cyber visits. To help employerscapitalize on these
Pollution: Does it have to be a dirty word?
Is your business exposed to pollution liability risks? Are you covered? Can you sleep comfortably at night knowing you have taken all the necessary steps to control this exposure? If you know the meaning of “Environmental Due Diligence,” you probably can. First let’s look at three fact-based scenarios related to pollution liability that have actually
Is Your Company Stuck In The Muck?
By George Hedley Is your business growing and giving you the results you wanted when you first started your entrepreneurial journey? Or are you stuck in the muck and can’t seem to get moving? As small companies begin to grow, they get bogged down, hit challenges, and find roadblocks that hold them back. These include
Maxiforce Earns ISO Certification
Maxiforce, a Florida-based leader in diesel engine parts, recentlyachieved ISO certification (9001:2008). This designation ensures thecompany has well-documented and certified procedures of operation thatmust be followed by all departments within the business, coupled withgoals for improvement to continually increase quality, and customersatisfaction. “This objective endorsement is an extremely exciting achievement forus, which came as the
A Winning Pair
The Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association (APRA) and the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association (ATRA) will both be holding their annual expositions at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas prior to the AAPEX and SEMA Shows. Combining the two shows – APRA’s The BIG R Show and ATRA’s Powertrain Expo – into one all-encompassing exhibit