The Priority of Principles

17 December 2010

by BILL WADDELL Ford has something of a scandal unfolding in Germany.  Nothing particularly exotic - purchasing people on the take, apparently. &quo…

A Short Term Duel to Mediocrity

16 December 2010

By Kevin Meyer A few days ago I told you about Johnson & Johnson hitting the big 4-0... forty recalls that is.  Truly an amazing achievement to b…

The Value of 0.07 Seconds

13 December 2010

By Kevin Meyer What is a day or even a week of manufacturing disruption worth to you?  How about 0.07 seconds? A split-second power disruption at a…

J&J Hits the Big 4-0

10 December 2010

By Kevin Meyer Yes, a major milestone.  But one that is nearly impossible to comprehend. Forty. J&J, the world’s largest health products company…

Yes, McKinsey Again

8 December 2010

By Kevin Meyer We probably aren't making any friends over at McKinsey, not that we really care.  From nearly destroying Lego to figuring out that…