"The things we fear most in organizations -- fluctuations, disturbances, imbalances", part of a famous quote, which I promise to complete later, summarizes the very things that keep most supply chain and operations executives awake at night. The difficulty lies in better predicting these imbalances, and effectively planning to prepare for them. The challenge of optimal deployment of capacity and inventory - what, where, when and how much - will determine how well you deliver value to your shareholders.

What inhibits us from achieving Supply Chain Zen, where the yin (supply) and the yang (demand) are perfectly balanced, is the compounded effect of seasonality, business cycles, variability, and unknown risks. We have a unique and compelling approach to managing unknown supply chain risk, but here we want to focus on seasonality, business cycles and variability. Read more. 

Wayne Babie has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and capital equipment, having held various senior technical and global management positions at IBM and several major semiconductor equipment manufacturers. His expertise includes introducing new products and technologies, developing and optimizing robust manufacturing processes and fostering collaborative partnerships with strategic customers and suppliers. He has experience in a wide range of operations including R&D, process and materials development, product development, supplier/vendor selection and qualification, manufacturing, technology transfer and applications, business development, service and sales, and marketing.

Drawing on his knowledge base and years of experience, Wayne provides technical and sales consulting services to manufacturers in the region helping them to develop products and business opportunities. He is currently helping small to mid-size businesses set up their sales organizations and assisting with business development. Most recently, he is providing business development services to a start-up company to help develop sales for their new product offering and has connected them to several potential clients including a major electronics manufacturer with whom they are currently engaged. Read more. 

Your company can be the next in line to benefit from these services that Wayne and HVTDC provide:

• Manufacturing Process & Development Optimization
• Technology Transfer
• Project / Program Management
• Business Development
• Strategic Account Management
• Materials Development
• New Product Development
• Operations Management
• Customers / Supplier Relationship Management
• Partnership & Alliance Development

For further information or to schedule a visit, contact John MacEnroe at 845-391-8214 ex. 3004, or via email at [email protected].