Over the last year Efficiency Works have been training Stoddart Manufacturing in competitive manufacturing and lean thinking.  In an article on Industry Search Bill Stoddart the Managing Director talks about how this has been good for his company and warns against the temptation to drastically cut spending on skills and training in tough times. He says

“To maintain a competitive advantage business needs a skilled workforce.

“But it’s not just about being competitive. By investing in skills you retain your workforce. Investment in training produces a highly skilled and motivated workforce of staff who want a meaningful career.”

Read the full article here.

www.industrysearch.com.au/features/industry_leader_warns_against_shortage_in_downturn_2831