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      <description>A recap of the Remaining Competitive in Hardwood Components Production workshop, focusing on green building and the global economy.</description>
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      <title>Productivity remains steady despite mass layoffs</title>
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      <description>New housing starts still show mixed results; February numbers may indicate end of slide</description>
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      <title>Wood, 4.0</title>
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      <description>Don Shultz takes a look at where the wood industry has been and what the future holds for the industry.</description>
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      <title>Sustaining lean management</title>
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      <description>Tim Whitmore, a consultant with Simpler North America, offers tips for transforming your corporate culture.</description>
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      <description>Production utilization software allows casket manufacturer to meet supply chain demands while adding custom options to standard product</description>
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      <title>State of our Industries</title>
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      <description>Now is the time to focus on improving customer service, making a mark on the market that still remains.</description>
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      <title>Industry Trends Report</title>
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      <description>No one has to be reminded about the state of the economy, both here and outside the U.S. Still, there are positive signs that indicate a slow recovery.</description>
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      <title>Against the Wind: Leadership in a time of turmoil</title>
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      <description>For those of leading wood industry companies, success will depend on how quickly and precisely we respond to the shift in buyer behaviors. Don Shultz offers a few strategies for positioning for the future.</description>
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