While other industry sectors are announcing massive layoffs (GM for instance), aerospace and defense is buzzing along at its usual cycle. Yes, as programs move from design and development into production there is a shift in what is required and it definitely is affecting A&D workers.
It makes it even more important ... Read More »

Just about a month ago, this blog mentioned that company “character” is growing in importance as opposed to corporate “values.” That notion seems to be reinforced by a recent Towers Perrin workforce study.
The study says it is the company – the reputation and its senior leaders – ... Read More »

 Federal officials say the acquisition workforce has been shrinking for years, but the issue is now a focal point of reports coming out of Washington concerning not just the Defense Dept. but all federal acquisition agencies.
The General Accountability Office says the government bought $400 billion in goods and ... Read More »

After 10 years in corporate communications, I thought no surprises were left in terms of organization announcements. However, Boeing’s Feb. 1 leadership shuffle brought organization announcements into an entirely new universe.
First, the announcement concerns the shift of 14 – yes 14 – senior ... Read More »

So You’re INTJ – now what? If you’ve ever completed a Myers-Briggs or other type of personality/work style assessment, you know who you are. And for many in our industry, that INTJ label is a reality to be reckoned with – driven by accomplishment and data, difficult to change course. You know who you ... Read More »