Valerie Johnson on the blending of business and politics
There’s a time for a boss to bring politics into the workplace, says Valerie Johnson, chief executive of D.R. Johnson Lumber Co. in Riddle.
Manufacturing
Carol Duncan on leadership: “Building success together”
Carol Duncan walks down a hallway leading from her office to the General Sheet Metal factory floor. One side of the hallway is plastered with hundreds of yellow Post-it notes. Employees are encouraged to post suggestions on the wall, and they run a gamut: more back stops for new press; new pinning machine spotter; new … Read more
“Oceans and waterways stand no chance of survival at the present rate”
The CEO of an incubator that aims to commercialize alternatives to plastic discusses how Oregon is ripe for innovation.
Keeping the Lights On: solar manufacturers and installers face an uncertain market
In the wake of a landmark trade case, the solar industry faces an uncertain future.
On the Scene: Cybercrime threatens U.S. manufacturers
Hackers could hold hospital computer equipment ransom, make autonomous vehicles crash into each other and mine 3D printers for vital trade secrets.
Bike makers struggle to adapt to shifting buying habits
Oregon’s bicycle manufacturing sector is dominated by a lucky few.
OMIC announces center partners
Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center unveils seven company partnerships.