Reviewing business structures for your manufacturing company

Whether you’re launching a new manufacturing company or you already own one, how that entity is structured can ...
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Manufacturers: Boost working capital by strategically managing inventory

For many manufacturers, inventory is both a necessity and a cash trap. Raw materials, work-in-process (WIP) and finished ...
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Has your manufacturing company conducted a benchmarking study?

For manufacturers, maintaining financial clarity is essential to staying competitive in an increasingly data-driven industry. Performing a benchmarking ...
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Looking to boost the profitability of your aftermarket services? Consider using agentic AI

For many manufacturers, aftermarket services increasingly account for a significant share of profits, sometimes exceeding those from product ...
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5 smart budgeting tips for manufacturers for the new year

The manufacturing industry had a challenging year in 2025, despite some favorable tax developments under the One Big ...
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Roll with the changes: Manufacturers are turning to rolling forecasts for greater flexibility

Owners of manufacturing businesses constantly face challenges when planning for the year ahead. These challenges are magnified by ...
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Manufacturing has a skills gap: Remedy it by upskilling and reskilling your employees

Here’s a sobering stat from The Manufacturing Institute: Domestic manufacturers will need to fill 3.8 million jobs by 2033, ...
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Reducing waste in your manufacturing company can boost profitability

Reducing or eliminating waste in your manufacturing company is fundamental to building a more efficient, profitable and resilient ...
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Manufacturers: Act now to claim the Sec. 179D deduction for energy-efficient building improvements

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) repeals or reduces many clean energy tax incentives, including the Section 179D ...
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New tax-saving opportunities may attract funding for manufacturers that build in rural Qualified Opportunity Zones

The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program, created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, was slated to expire ...
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Create a succession plan today to prepare your manufacturing company for tomorrow

Succession planning is one of the most important responsibilities of a manufacturing business owner. By identifying and grooming ...
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Should your manufacturing company embrace 3D printing?

Using 3D printing allows manufacturers to produce parts and products more efficiently and with greater design flexibility than ...
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