Back-office optimization
Thursday, September 22, 2011
This session will cover high level benchmarks of performance and cost for key back-office functions (Finance, IT, HR, Tax) as well as a discussion on current back-office leading practices within the manufacturing industry.
Topics to be covered may include:
- Shared services and outsourcing
- Business process improvement
- Business partnering
- Alignment with corporate strategy
- Outsourcing tax compliance
- Driving tax performance
Supply chain management
Thursday, October 20, 2011
This session will provide insights into how the supply chain impacts the corporate bottom line and what actions a company might take to realize any hidden value. Highlights will also be provided from the soon to be released 2nd annual Canadian Manufacturing Survey published by KPMG.
Topics to be covered may include:
- Cost reduction via procurement and or strategic sourcing
- Distribution network optimization
- IT systems improvement
Entering high-growth markets
Thursday, November 17, 2011
This session will cover key considerations for manufacturers and exporters entering markets such as BRIC economies or fast-growing segments of US or other international markets.
Topics to be covered may include:
- Identification of target markets and market entry approaches
- Competitive positioning
- Location and site selection
- Operational considerations
- Regulatory and tax concerns
Aligning your talent management and business strategy
Thursday, January 19, 2012
This session will look at the current marketplace and discuss the changing priorities for company Human Resource (HR) strategies. We will discuss the impact that changing drivers have had on how HR strategies have been implemented and subsequently on how we plan and prepare for the future. We will discuss calls for change in the mindset regarding managing talent, specifically in the pace and supporting processes/tools required to systemically support the change.
Topics to be covered may include:
- The current market place, its business drivers, and the challenges facing clients and c-level executives today
- The current and future expected trends in HR priorities
- The rising complexity in managing talent
- How to foster a talent management mindset to maximize the value of a company’s greatest asset
Centre for Health & Safety Innovation
5110 Creekbank Road
Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 0A1
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If you have any questions please contact CDN Industrial Markets.