CBS Reviews: We Could Realize A Cost Saving Of As Much As $150,000.00
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Situation
A client’s supply business “was suffering from a lack of a structured sales and customer service plan for some time, now.” They were also experiencing a lack of organization in delivery, “as most of the product was being delivered to the customers via our truck and some shipped via UPS.”
Process
The Corporate Business Solutions’ consultant started with “analyzing these and a number of other issues. He quickly began a process of sales training for the account managers. Product delivery was then addressed as he designed a plan to include the cost of outgoing shipping charges in the cost …
CBS Reviews: CBS Has Become Part Of Our Team
Situation
Implementation and achievement of goals was a problem for this client in the manufacturing services industry.
Process
Once the Corporate Business Solutions arrived, “it was obvious that they had a complete grasp of what is needed to make a company successful.” After first analyzing the problems, strategic planning and goal setting happened. “Implementation was not a problem. There was a flurry of important value packages developed and implemented. In only a few short weeks, our consultant created a functional organization, developed new positions, filled the new positions, and trained employees.”
Result
“With the positions filled, we now have implemented …
Pineapple Day at Corporate Business Solutions
Per Wikipedia, “In the Caribbean, Europe and North America, the pineapple became associated with the return of ships from extended voyages, and an emblem of welcome and hospitality that made its way into contemporary art.”
It has a similar symbolism here at CBS, when Mark will bring in a large pineapple and then prepare it to share with other employees in his department. Like Mr. Rogers in ‘Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood’ changing from his work clothes, Mark will slip on his Jamaica hoodie to protect his business shirt and tie from splatter and then set about carving the pineapple.
Everyone …
CBS Tailgating Event Was A Huge Success!
For the final corporate softball game of the season, Corporate Business Solutions organized an employee tailgating event to cheer on our team. Family and friends gathered to enjoy grilled burgers and dogs as well as a perfect summer evening.
The game was a nail-biter. At one point, we were down ten to one, but our players rallied. They ended the season with a decisive victory, winning the game with a final score of eighteen to eleven!
Team photo with Coach Dave (front, center)
Softball—The Traditional Team Building Exercise
While some new-age management consultants may advise dropping backwards into a colleague’s arms (and trusting him or her to catch you), here at Corporate Business Solutions, we appreciate the team bonding that naturally occurs when playing softball.
Not to mention that it’s also great exercise!
We’re part of a Park District League where we have the opportunity to play against other local area businesses. Frankly, there are even some networking opportunities to be found in hitting the fields. Come check out the highlights from one of our recent games!
CBS Reviews: We Were Able To See Immediate Results
Situation
After forty years in business, a landscape supply company was dealing with the repercussions from the departure of a key person in their management team and then the death of the firm’s co-founder. While they were able to keep the business going, they were operating on a day-to-day basis and not planning for future. Corporate Business Solutions was set to the task of addressing these managerial issues.
Process
An analyst from CBS quickly identified several clear gaps in the company structure that required immediate attention such as creating a succession plan and allowing the remaining co-founder to enjoy an …
Corporate Business Solutions Supports Military Families
Corporate Business Solutions employees attended the 2nd Annual Dinner Gala Event benefiting the Jason McKie Foundation and Operation Homefront Illinois. The Jason McKie Foundation provides scholarships for children and spouses affected by the loss or the severe injury of a parent or spouse, while Operation Homefront provides emergency financial aid and other assistance to families of service members and wounded warriors.
The Benefit was hosted by Jason McKie, former Chicago Bear, who grew up in a military family and launched his foundation in 2008. His father spent 21 years with the Air Force and escaped from his Pentagon office …
CBS Reviews: A Truly Successful Engagement Is Never Finished
Situation
A construction materials firm sought Corporate Business Solutions’ insight regarding operating in a tighter economy as opposed to the ‘good years’ and managing the next phase of their growth.
Process
The CBS team reviewed the firm’s records, clearly outlining problems as well as opportunities going forward. The focus was upon what had to be accomplished in order to make their established company more sustainable and profitable.
The lead consultant of the project was “professional, understanding, driven but not overwhelmingly, and knew how to make needs known without impeding the daily workflow that has kept us alive for over 100 …
The Benefits of Engaged Employees
A relatively new school of management thought, since the 1990’s, is that engaged employees are better employees. There has been some amount of confusion about this softer metric ever since, which this handy infographic by Ceridian helps to clarify—what exactly does engagement mean, anyway?
Nope, It’s Not Employee Happiness
Engagement does not mean employee happiness or satisfaction, although this can be a side-effect of employees feeling engaged (and, therefore, the reason for that common misunderstanding), but rather an employee who is committed to their organization’s goals and objectives.
A better term may be ownership. Engaged employees actually take personal …
The Art of Office Space
Elizabeth’s office is full of drama. The soft green walls turn richer and deeper in hue when the overhead lights are switched off and the jeweled tones of her numerous Tiffany style stained glass lamps glow upon the clean simple lines of her desk.
She recommends decorating an office to your personal taste, “Most people function better in an office where they feel comfortable.” Elizabeth’s degrees and certificates are framed and hung on the other wall space, but her favorite part of her office décor would be the photos of her children. “Lighting, temperature, along with decoration and arrangement of …