616-786-2500 Learning can sometimes be painful. One painful lesson I learned this month is that not everyone thinks the same as I do. It was one of those “duh” moments that sticks with us. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘Trends’
The Future is Now
Tuesday, April 30th, 20133D Printing: Bringing a Revolution for Designers and Innovators
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013When I saw a 3D printer in action for the first time in my life, I became awestruck by the implications this technology can have for innovators and designers. (more…)
Webinar Recording: “Seeing What’s Next – Trends Impacting Economic Development and Real Estate”
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013Whittaker Associates hosted another great webinar this quarter for economic development and real estate professionals! (more…)
Webinar: Seeing What’s Next – Trends Impacting Economic Development
Friday, March 29th, 2013While the future may not be knowable, it is certainly thinkable. As a leader, it is important for you to recognize the trends that will be impacting you and those you serve and know how you can prepare to benefit from these changes. (more…)
Industry Automation Doesn’t Have to Mean Job Loss
Friday, March 29th, 2013The robotics industry is on the rise. After taking a big hit due to the decline in manufacturing in the late 2000’s, the industry is emerging as strong as ever. (more…)
Personal Care Products Industry Trends
Thursday, February 28th, 2013If you want to see where the Personal Care products industry is heading, look no further than your T.V. (more…)
Opportunities for Health Insurance Carriers
Friday, August 31st, 2012After conducting research for a local health insurance company, I wondered what kind of pressures these companies would face as the healthcare industry is in the process of being radically transformed. (more…)
Snack Food Trends
Tuesday, July 31st, 2012This month, my research was focused on the snack food industry. (more…)
The Call Center Returns Home
Tuesday, July 31st, 2012I’m sure you’ve been there. Stuck on the customer service line for longer than you anticipated, (more…)
The Inevitable Grid
Friday, March 30th, 2012While working on a recent project with companies in the Advanced
Manufacturing industry I couldn’t help but learn about a fast emerging market,
the “Smart Grid”. (more…)
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