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August 2023

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This monthly newsletter will keep you connected with the latest happenings across the business.

Driving Innovation and Collaboration


View this pre-recorded Q&A session to see our CEO, Jaco van der Merwe, and Group President, Tim Averkamp, discuss the great strides our MS/CMS group is making! They delve into major projects driving innovation, like Drive to 25 and Gateway, discuss enhancing our margins, and chart a path for fostering new product development. Plus, hear which of our core values is Tim's favorite. It underpins our collaborative culture - can you guess which one it is? Find out by watching the video now!

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U.S. Open Enrollment

U.S. Open Enrollment runs from August 9-29, 2023. Open enrollment is your opportunity to review and select the benefits that best suit your individual and family needs. Don't forget to log in to Oracle HCM and make your selections. View the digital postcard for more information and instructions. Your well-being matters to us! 

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⚡️Stayin' Alive⚡️

While we love seeing sparks fly in the shop, we're all about keeping our cool at Astec. To keep the heat from turning us into puddles, we're diving headfirst into the topic of preventing heat exhaustion, from hydration hacks that'll make your water bottle your new BFF to easy breezy ways to catch a breather. 


Stay Cool and Carry

On! 🌞🔥

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Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) Results


Our second quarter (Q2) AIP results were announced on the Q3 Global Town Hall on August 2, 2023. View the results by clicking the link below. Each group and site results will also be shared at local site town halls.


We have reached half time (mid-year)! Are you ready for a WIN in the second half? Ask your manager how you can help maximize our payout.

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Helix Highlights


As announced on our recent Town Hall, Project Helix's Wave 2 will include Wilson Road, Tennessee, and Burlington, Wisconsin. Both sites are scheduled to launch Oracle in February of 2024. The Helix core team has conducted thorough site visits and are actively collaborating with the sites and broader IPS team to assess readiness, identify risks, and determine system requirements.

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Reconnect 2023

 "The exchange of ideas, the revitalized commitment to our vision, and the dedication to our core values reaffirmed my belief in the exceptional leadership team we have assembled." -Jaco van der Merwe

Our leadership team gathered at Barnsley Gardens in Adairsville, GA to engage in a week of reconnection and visionary strategizing. Throughout the annual Summit, time was dedicated to enriching leadership skills, having robust discussions about our strategic priorities, and the charting of a course for our future endeavors.


Be sure to attend your upcoming local town hall for a glimpse into the highlights from the Summit! You won't want to miss it.

Blair and Audubon Sugar Rush


Our Blair and Audubon, Nebraska, locations are always bursting with spirited engagement and heartfelt appreciation activities. Their latest happenings include being the stars of a local parade themed as the whimsical "Candy Land," turning our Production Managers and Supervisors into Grill Masters, and competing for the crown of cornhole king or queen!

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Mid-Year High Performance Check-Ins Due end of August


Don't forget, your G.R.E.A.T. conversation with your manager must take place by the end of August. This 30-minute informal conversation will help you and your manager align on progress made and focus areas for the remainder of 2023. Reach out to your manager or local HR partner with any questions.

Culturally Curious

In this section, we will delve into global traditions that our team observes and share knowledge gems you might like to know! 


Labor Day

Labor Day in the U.S., observed on the first Monday of September, honors the invaluable contributions of workers to the nation's progress. To our hard-working employees, your dedication drives our success. Happy Labor Day! 🎉👏🛠️

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