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Manufacturing

Leveraging the Power of Peer Groups for Manufacturers

By Pinion Editorial | March 3, 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Do any of these statements describe you? I would like some new ideas to avoid blind spots, to not just do it the way we’ve always done it – and to learn from someone outside my area. I’m burnt out and overwhelmed with the challenges in front of me. I …

How Vulnerable Is Your Business to a Cyber Attack?

By Melissa DeDonder | March 1, 2023

Animal Ag, Biofuels, Commodity Crops, Community Banks, Construction and Real Estate, Consulting, Equipment Dealerships, Food And Beverage, Manufacturing, Permanent Specialty Crops

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In light of the recent cyberattack that shut down Dole’s North American production, businesses are reminded once again of the importance of cybersecurity and keeping operations secure. “While we typically only see large operations make the headlines after a cyberattack, it’s really important to understand that hackers will penetrate and …

How Producers Play a Role in 2030 Biodiversity Targets

By Pinion Editorial | February 22, 2023

AgKnowledge, Agriculture, Animal Ag, Biofuels, Commodity Crops, Food And Beverage, Manufacturing, Permanent Specialty Crops, Sustainability

Reading Time: 2 minutes

In December 2022, the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity was held in Montréal with a focus on protecting nature and halting biodiversity loss around the world. As a result, delegates agreed to the landmark Kunming-Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework. Targets and Goals In …

R&D Tax Credit Changes for 2022 Tax Year

By Pinion Editorial | February 8, 2023

Biofuels, Food And Beverage, Manufacturing, Tax & Accounting

Reading Time: 2 minutes

As a reminder, the 2022 tax season represents a drastic change for manufacturers who typically take research and development (R&D) tax credits. Previously, in respect to Research and Development expenses, manufacturers could either: 1) deduct the expenses in the year incurred and take a reduced credit or 2) capitalize the …

5 Strategies to Transform Your Cash into Growth

By Pinion Editorial | January 5, 2023

Manufacturing

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Despite hurdles in the industry and a volatile market the past two years, the manufacturing industry has seen surprising growth. The Kellogg School of Management Northwestern University found that there has been a dramatic rise in cash held by U.S. companies, rising from $1.6 trillion in 2000 to $5.8 trillion …

Strategic Planning for 2023: Flexibility and Purpose are Key

By Pinion Editorial | December 21, 2022

Manufacturing

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Foreseeable business trends for 2023 are set to center around accelerated digital transformation, inflation, supply chain security, continued talent challenges, and sustainability – to name a few. “As we’ve learned in the recent past, the future is anything but predictable. This makes it extremely important to stop ‘guessing’ and instead, …

Answering ‘Who Comes Next?’: Key Ways to Avoid Succession Failure

By Pinion Editorial | December 19, 2022

Manufacturing, Next Gen

Reading Time: < 1 minutes

Ten thousand Baby Boomers retire daily. Yet only 21% of organizations report having a formal plan for succession in place. Time and time again, not having a succession plan in place has proven itself the biggest detriment for business survival in uncertain times. Pinion Next Gen Advisors share succession planning …

The Risks of Letting Your Legacy Ride: How Estate Planning Protects the Family

By Pinion Editorial | November 18, 2022

Agriculture, Animal Ag, Biofuels, Commodity Crops, Community Banks, Construction and Real Estate, Equipment Dealerships, Food And Beverage, Manufacturing, News Room, Next Gen, Permanent Specialty Crops, Specialty Transportation

Reading Time: 3 minutes

With the holidays upon us, it’s easy to look at the family gathered around the table and feel grateful for many things. While year-end is often a time for reflection and gratitude, it’s also typically a time to wind down and tie up loose strings. “One of the most important …

Pinion Insights: Posts from category

Manufacturing

Leveraging the Power of Peer Groups for Manufacturers

How Vulnerable Is Your Business to a Cyber Attack?

How Producers Play a Role in 2030 Biodiversity Targets

R&D Tax Credit Changes for 2022 Tax Year

5 Strategies to Transform Your Cash into Growth

Strategic Planning for 2023: Flexibility and Purpose are Key

Answering ‘Who Comes Next?’: Key Ways to Avoid Succession Failure

The Risks of Letting Your Legacy Ride: How Estate Planning Protects the Family

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