Consultant Laurie Harbour releases book

Consultant Laurie Harbour has released a book drawing on her experiences.

Harbour has been the president of Harbour Results Inc. for nearly 20 years. The company provides consulting services to manufacturers, including mold makers and plastic processors.

Co-written with Scott Walton, COO of Harbour Results, “Tradition Meets Transformation: Leadership Strategies to Revitalize Manufacturing,” warns that North American manufacturers must do more to keep pace with rapid changes in competition, economics and technology. It explores five key topics — operations, labor, commercial strategies, vision and strategy, and technology.