Daily News For May 18, 2009 ADVERTISEMENT Webcast: Integrated Business Planning: Linking financial decision making to supply chain performance Connecting the disparate parts of the enterprise and delivering real-time supply chain visibility to operational and financial information is the key to creating an integrated business. By attending the Webcast you will learn how to: Balance financial needs with operational imperatives Develop an optimized inventory management strategy that frees working capital while maintaining service levels Create a holistic approach to revenue and cost that supports strategic decision making Register Now at no cost. Today's Daily News YRCW May Violate Bank Covenants There is a 'substantial risk' that YRC Worldwide could be out of compliance with earnings requirements contained its credit facilities in the second quarter of 2009. Click to continue Toyota Rolls Out New Prius to Fend Off Rivals New model costs 12% less, has solar panels in the roof and has electric-powered water pump Click to continue Two Diecasters Set for Closing Pace Industries, Quad City suffering from weak consumer demand Click to continue Manufacturers Denied Stay of Enforcement for Consumer Tracking Label Requirement The National Association of Manufacturers recently sent a petition to the Consumer Product Safety Commission requesting an emergency one-year stay of enforcement for the new tracking label mandate in the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008. Click to continue Foundry Web Forum Come visit the Foundry Management & Technology Forums The FM&T Community forums are a venue to raise, respond to, and debate the relevant issues facing and influencing metalcasting mangement, operations, and technology. In addition to a free ranging discussion forum there is also a blog by FM&T editor Robert Brooks. Time, Money, Talent "I used to worry a lot about whether I’d made the right choices..." Click to continue Truth, Justice "If you decided to rest or relax over the weekend, you might have missed this profile..." Click to continue ESOP Fables "If you only have time to read one column about the new rescue plans for General Motors and Chrysler, read this one..." Click to continue Participate in this and other discussions at community.foundrymag.com. Product Spotlight OPTEX FA / Ramco Innovations: Fiber Optic Amplifier With Dual Display and Advanced Settings Optex-FA has introduced the D2RF series dual digital display fiber amplifiers that are equipped with the latest functions and features to meet even the most demanding needs of today’s sensing requirements. The amplifier is designed with advanced user friendly programming format offering 6 teaching modes that are easily selected based on the requirements of the application. Click to continue Roundtable in the South Final Speaker Lineup Announced David Brandon, Site Selection Group Vicki Horton, SC & H Group Woody Hydrick, Cushman & Wakefield Derith Jarvis, Mohr Partners Tom Ticknor, Ticknor & Associates Doug Stachowiak, Newmark Knight Frank Consulting Tom Stringer, Duff & Phelps Gary Yates, Jones, Lang, LaSalle These roundtable events provide premier opportunities to network with top site consultants and learn valuable insights from them. A handful of seats remain and are selling fast! Register today to claim your seat! Miss an Issue? See our newsletter archives. PRODUCED BY Click on any of the above logos to visit the producing sites.

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