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Howard Coleman

Howard Coleman

Howard Coleman is the Principal of MCA Associates, a management consulting firm since 1986. MCA Associates works primarily with wholesale distribution companies that are seeking and are committed to operational excellence. Coleman and his staff of senior consultants provide operational excellence — idea-leadership — and implement continuous improvement solutions focused on business process re-engineering, inventory and supply chain management, sales development and revenue generation, information systems and technology, and organizational assessment and development.

Howard is also the creator of the podcast "Distribution on the Cusp of Metamorphosis."

MCA Associates can be contacted at their corporate office in Connecticut at (203) 906-7268 or by email at hcoleman@mcaassociates.com. Visit their website at www.mcaassociates.com.

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Performance Management

The Improvement Paradox

Sometimes incremental changes are not enough; you need to take the big leap for success.
October 14, 2020
Howard Coleman
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There are often times when incremental improvements, within a continuous improvement framework, are not enough.
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Performance Management

Innovation Post-COVID-19: What’s the Plan?

We seem to be back in this loop of calling for innovation and transformation — new business models to meet the ‘new normal.’
July 6, 2020
Howard Coleman
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It’s been a terrible few months as COVID-19 has ruled our businesses day and night. We’ve also had concerns for families, friends and co-workers. But, as is often said, “This, too, shall pass.”
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Performance Management

Is Robotics an Option for Smaller Companies?

Investing in robotics can be perceived as a significant task, but much faster and more straightforward than you may have thought.
June 1, 2020
Howard Coleman
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Investing in robotics can be perceived as a significant task, but much faster and more straightforward than you may have thought.
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Performance Management

Is Robotics an Option for Smaller Companies?

Investing in robotics can be perceived as a significant task, but much faster and more straightforward than you may have thought.
April 15, 2020
Howard Coleman
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Wholesaler-distributors looking to become leaner and execute flawlessly are recognizing a rapidly changing landscape, pushing many to consider investments in core warehouse distribution operations to capture incremental efficiencies.
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7 Ways to Find Talent: A Refresher

Expand your candidate sourcing tactics beyond job postings to discover the strongest, most qualified individuals.
January 6, 2020
Howard Coleman
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Nobody has to tell you how difficult it has become to find the “right people” to employ. Barring a recession, it doesn’t look like the situation will get any better soon.
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Thinking Differently Adds Value, Part 2

What you need to know about goods-to-person order fulfillment.
April 2, 2019
Howard Coleman
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Goods-to-person order fulfillment is ideal for ergonomic picking and receiving, is more easily scalable and produces a smaller footprint
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Thinking Differently Adds Value, Part 1

There is a critical need for leaders to break away from status-quo thinking.
January 7, 2019
Howard Coleman
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No matter how efficiently you do things if it is not valuable, there is no use doing it. I prefer, “Doing the right things, then doing things right!”
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How ‘Bots’ Can Change Your Warehouse and Distribution Center’s Lifestyle

Are ‘Bots’ in your future? – Part 3
June 6, 2018
Howard Coleman
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The future is not as distant as you may think.
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Are ‘Bots’ in Your Future? – Part 2, Will You Be Ready?

Feeding the ‘bot’... performance and return on investment expectations.
June 2, 2018
Howard Coleman
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Companies, big and small, can experience plenty of benefits by hiring bots in their warehouses.
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Are ‘Bots’ in Your Future?

There is value in your employees’ time.
January 4, 2018
Howard Coleman
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Keeping up with trends can help save you time and money in running your warehouse.
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