Forward-looking manufacturing leaders want their team members to feel that they have the power to help make the company better, no matter where they sit. This type of empowerment is not automatic; organizations need to have structures and a culture in place that will support it.

An empowered team can influence the scope, management and execution of the work assigned to them. Individuals who feel empowered are more engaged and more likely to develop novel solutions to challenges—and overall, the organization has a more collaborative culture.

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