Strength in fl exibility My grandpa used to tell me how important it was to be flexible in life. “That which yields is not always weak,” he’d say, adding that it took him too long to learn this lesson. It’s been years since he’s passed but I think he failed to give himself enough credit.…
September 2020 Issue: Lessons in manufacturing, adhesives, digitalization, and more
Why diversity matters in business Lasting businesses endure disruptive changes. This phrase is from an old business and economics college textbook. Our class assignment at the time was to define and solve potentially disruptive changes that could affect a company. This year would’ve certainly made that list, given the ongoing pandemic. Although our instructor preferred…
July 2020 Issue: The design, materials, and stories behind the fastener industry.
Open for business A local business down the street from me has a large sign out front that says: “Nothing’s for sure that’s for sure…but we’re reopening June 15.” However, the date has been crossed out and underneath it states, “likely sometime in July.” As businesses begin reopening, there are undoubtedly mixed feelings including skepticism…
April 2020 Issue: Fastening Technology
Finding strength in community We’re in challenging times. Social distancing has become a way of life. Events and conferences are banned, borders are shut down, and several workplaces have temporarily closed or must work remotely. Companies deemed essential have implemented new safety precautions and limited staff. It’s a struggle that’s impacted nearly everyone worldwide and,…
December 2019 issue: 2019 Fastener Handbook
The significance of small choices Years ago, during a high-school woodworking course, our instructor would walk through the shop, repeating: “It’s the nuts and bolts that count!” Students would laugh or roll their eyes. Interestingly, he rarely questioned students about the type of wood selected for a project (though I still have the chestnut bench…
September 2019 Issue: Fastening technology
The birth of a new brand In my almost-nine years of being here at WTWH Media, I’ve had the pleasure to be involved in numerous new publication launches. When the company began in 2006, Design World was the sole print publication and its website was the only one under the corporate umbrella. But as the…
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