Prefab Pallet Shelters and Dignified Work Address Homelessness Holistically
Homelessness is a complex problem; see how Pallet tackles multiple facets of the issue with temporary shelters, social services, and workforce development.
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8 Steps for Changing Organizational Culture in Companies of All Sizes
All companies, big and small, need to set values and behaviors that position them for success. Here are 8 steps for changing organizational culture.
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Employee Education: Why Training Is Important and How to Make Programs Work
Cultivating employee skills leads to better retention, better performance, and better products. Learn why training is important and how to build a program.
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This Visionary VR Surgical Simulation Could Reduce Doctors’ Radiation Risk
Virtual-reality surgical simulation not only mitigates radiation risks for doctors but also improves patient outcomes.
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Technology Is Enabling Vaccine Delivery and Management in Emerging Markets
Organizations are using technology, design thinking, and ingenuity to surmount issues related to COVID-19 vaccine management in emerging markets.
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4 Business Growth Insights for Industry Leaders in Uncertain Times
The pandemic upended "business as usual," but as leaders prepare for what comes next, a new series of research reports reveals the business growth strategies to thrive in disruptive times.
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No Grown-Ups Allowed: woom’s Lightweight Bikes Are Just for Kids
Designer Christian Bezdeka, cofounder of woom Bikes, is on a mission to create lightweight, sustainable rides—for kids only.
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From Fighting Fashion-Industry Waste to Making PPE: Detroit Sewing to the Rescue
In response to COVID-19, a nonprofit focused on fashion-industry waste has pivoted to coordinating a massive mask-and-gown initiative in the resurgent Manufacturing hub of Detroit.
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5 Ways Thermotex Embraced Digital Transformation
UK manufacturer Thermotex was tech-phobic and reliant on outdated processes until employing five tips to pull off its digital transformation.
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In Rwanda, a Battery-Powered Motorcycle Spares the Air and Helps Drivers Thrive
Mototaxis are omnipresent in Rwanda, but gas is expensive and polluting. Could a battery-powered motorcycle solve these problems—and make it possible for drivers to earn a living wage?
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How 5 Big Moves Kept a Small Manufacturing Business Alive
During a downturn, many small businesses falter—or fail. See how one bespoke sign-making company instead used smarter tech and better manufacturing practices to expand and thrive.
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3 Ways Low-Carbon Products Can Help Any Homeowner Realize a Greener Future
Mitigating carbon is a big job—one that belongs to everyone. Discover a few low-carbon products that any homeowner could adopt to help reverse climate change.
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Shape-Memory Alloys Bid Adieu to Old-School Orthodontics
Orthodontic braces have just moved into the 21st century thanks to shape-memory alloys and Multiple Memory Material: a highly customizable "smart wire" that can cut treatment time in half.
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6 Startup Success Tips from HoloBuilder, Construction’s “It” App
Three years ago, HoloBuilder was an upstart reality capture and collaboration platform. Here are 6 tips from the fast-growing company on taking a business from speculative to skyrocketing
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Could a Mosquito-Filled Drone Be the Key to Battling Deadly Viruses Like Zika?
Weaponized drones don't have a stellar reputation—but what about using drones to battle infectious disease? WeRobotics finds that a drone and the humble mosquito could save human lives.
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What Is a Microfactory? The Future of Versatile Manufacturing
A microfactory is a highly automated form of flexible production letting companies produce personalized and customized orders in a high mix and low volume.
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C40’s Women4Climate Sheds Feminine Light on Major Cities’ Climate Strategies
C40's Women4Climate Initiative fights climate change in dozens of cities across the globe by advancing female innovators and leaders who tackle climate challenges.
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One Man, His Machine, and a Mission to Take Kenya’s Manufacturing Jobs to the Next Level
The Jua Kali of Kenya are craftspeople who, through improvisation and ingenuity, keep the country running. Will adding a simple machine help preserve these vital manufacturing jobs?
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4 Ways Energy-Analysis Tools Work for Architecture Firms—and the Planet
Building green is better for the planet and big business for architecture firms. Here are four ways adopting energy-analysis tools can be a win-win.
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Are Today’s Grads Properly Prepared for Careers in Sustainable Engineering?
As a new generation of designers seeks to make an impact in their work, education is evolving to support new careers in sustainable engineering.
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