FEATURES

Digital tools alone won’t save your Quality 4.0 journey

A holistic approach using an iceberg model yields transformational results
By Shreeranga Bhat, Jiju Antony, Michael Sony, Arshia Kaul and Ronald J.M.M. Does

In search of flow: Integrating LeanSigma and Theory of Constraints for uninterrupted value creation

Building efficient, high-quality processes provides a solid foundation
By D. Scott Sink, with Vinny Monteiro

Optimization of e-commerce inventory and logistics operations

Case study for a small board game retailer, ‘All You Need Is Wine’
By Madison Pierce and Mohamed Awwad

Measuring what matters: Rethinking how facility space is defined and managed

Reliable data is key to maximizing an organization’s physical footprint
By Robin Owens and Mike Ellis

Hands and wrists: The body parts you can’t clock out

Seeking solutions for the ergonomics-related injury risk we all share
By Rachel Zoky

THE FRONT LINE

Top stories in this month's news from the field

• Manufacturers step up focus on training
• Virtual reality helps seniors stay connected
• Startup aims to put data centers into orbit
• Chatbots for health are popular, but are they accurate?
• Next phase in Artemis program: Establish a moon base
• Workers losing their joy at being back in the office
• AI covers local beats for struggling news outlets
• Cyber wars pit hackers versus barricades
• Washington state to test powering homes with EVs
• Managers trust AI for hiring; employees, not so much
• San Francisco boutique has a unique boss: Meet Luna
• Smart attire could monitor health data, store power
• Safety agency updates workplace heat guidelines
• ISE Day founder looks to grow celebration in Year 2
• Book of the month: The quest to create workplace equity for everyone

PERSPECTIVES

Management by Carl Kirpes

Key tips to building a support network

21st Century Engineering by Anirudh Dhebar

Three benefits of 'inefficiency'

THE INSTITUTE

This month in IISE news ...

• IISE tips a 10-gallon hat to top achievers in the field
• IISE earns regional awards for podcast, magazine
• IISE University Regional Conferences
• Pitt grad shares summer intern experience
• Students can tackle a real problem in interactive Ergo-Thon
• PE license can provide a career booster shot