Kaizen Kreativity (Oops!)

Learn how to run Kaizens on amazon.com! In his new fun and creative book Kaizen Kreativity (Oops) or Don’t Be Afraid of Looking Stupid. I’m an Expert at It! author Dr. Tom DePaoli offers an entertaining and creative approach to improving work design and work processes. Dr. DePaoli uses a variety of techniques including story-telling, imaginative training exercises […]

Jayson and the Corporate Argonauts

Short video on the book click below. Jayson version 1 wmv Enjoy podcast http://www.blogtalkradio.com/surn/2019/01/15/voice-of-olympus Jason Powerpoint only In his guide to organizational transformation, author Tom DePaoli simplifies the strategies learned from his diverse career in many organizations. The book does an analogy of the Greek tale of Jason and the Argonauts Quest for the Golden Fleece.  […]

Information-Based Negotiations: A Different Approach

By Dr.  Tom DePaoli An information-based negotiation is a radically different approach to negotiations. It emphasizes deep knowledge of the supplier and its industry. It transgresses from some traditional approaches to negotiations. It is not the adversarial win-lose negotiation style with the emphasis on game playing, theatrics and taking full advantage of a supplier’s weaknesses. […]

Information on Dr. Tom

Dr.Tom DePaoli   Dr. Tom DePaoli (Dr. Tom or Captain Tom) has taught extensively at universities and in the  Navy.  He is currently the CEO of Apollo Solutions Consulting (founded in 1995). His company does general business consulting in the human resources, supply chain, transformation, and Lean Six Sigma areas. He retired as a Captain […]

If You Are Serious About Reducing Cycle Time Start First In Purchasing

Dr. Tom DePaoli If You Are Serious About Reducing Cycle Time Start First In Purchasing Purchasing needs to lead the way in cycle time reduction. Before any company hopes to seriously reduce cycle time or time to market it must first radically reduce its internal cycle time. At the top of the list are its […]

HR Website Design

In a major corporate Human Resources department we were asked to design an employee human resources self-service website for all employees. There were multiple tasks that employees required human resources assistance for from benefits, updating next of kin, pension plans etc. We were determined to look at each of these processes and determine if they […]

How to Convince Top Executives of the Value of Purchasing

How to Sell Procurement to Your Organization and Top Executives   By Dr. Tom DePaoli Procurement has continuously demonstrated their impact to the bottom line of an organization. It has been well documented and universality recognized. Then why do many companies refuse to take advantage of this cost saving resource? Why do executives still remain […]

How to Avoid a Supply Chain Apocalypse

By  Dr. Tom DePaoli What are some tactics to avoid a supply chain meltdown, especially an unforeseen or calamitous event? None of us wants to experience a supply chain zombie-like apocalypse. Many organizations are starting to use ISO 28000 certification to assist in reducing supply chain risk. I recommend an alternative multi-faceted approach. There is […]

How Can We Get Young People Interested in Supply Chain Professions?

By Dr. Tom DePaoli Many high school and college students are unaware of all the opportunities in the supply chain. Their concept of it tends to be warped by media stereotypes and the lack of career counselors who really understand the depth and breadth of all the possibilities and positions in the supply chain. Many […]

How Can a Purchasing Professional Get “Street Cred” in Their Company?

By Dr. Tom DePaoli Most purchasing professionals have skills in purchasing, negotiations, and the materials or services that they buy. Many have certifications. They have dutifully enhanced their skills in all these areas and pursue continuing education. Unfortunately what many organizations value are operations skills, or what they know about the core business and the […]