Detroit Sees Manufacturing Turnaround

Detroit was one of the hardest hit cities by the recent recession, forcing many business owners to close up shop and move while subsequently putting thousands of residents out of work. This wasn’t the first time a major US city … Read More

How To Boost Workplace Productivity

How much work do you accomplish in a typical workday? Even if you finish your tasks with time left over, chances are you can improve your productivity levels by following some simple steps. So, let’s take a closer look at … Read More

Wal-Mart To Reshore 250,000 Jobs

Wal-Mart, the world’s largest retailer, has announced plans to bring a quarter million jobs from China back to the United States. Company executives said they’ve allocated the a jaw-dropping $250 billion for made-in-American products, and this latest push to reshore … Read More

US Manufacturing Sees Substantial Growth

Manufacturing in the United States has increased for the first time in more than six months, according to a recent report. This trend signals a positive turnaround, as more and more manufacturing companies are “reshorting” jobs back from overseas back … Read More

Pros and Cons of Solar-Powered Water Heaters

Solar-powered water heaters have become a hot commodity (no pun intended) in recent years. As the name suggests, they harness the power of the sun to heat water before it’s used inside the home. But there are both pros and … Read More