Tariffs just dropped…

Tariffs just dropped... and bringing lunch from home is back     NPA Insights, April 2025   Hi all!I hope the headline made you feel better for a brief second. :-)Unfortunately, the tariff situation remains tough and hasn't changed, but we are here to help. On a...

How to navigate and mitigate the impact of tariffs

How to navigate and mitigate the impact of tariffs and robots in manufacturing sectors means a decrease in injuries     NPA Insights, March 2025   Hi all! Massachusetts' economic outlook took a steep turn in February, with the AIM Business Confidence Index dropping...

The Pivotal moment for manufacturing & supply chains

The Pivotal moment for manufacturing & supply chains and a private aircraft breaking the sound barrier     NPA Insights, February 2025   Hi all!Coming out of the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting last month, one takeaway was clear: Manufacturing and supply chains...

Ten Boston Startups raised a combined $2.8B

Ten Boston Startups raised a combined $2.8B and why change management is important     NPA Insights, January 2025   Hi all! Happy New Year!Just like every year, CES in Las Vegas never disappoints. While there were some incredible announcements, here are my Top 3 most...

Robot kidnaps other robots to form a union

Robot kidnaps other robots to form a union.. and real gladiator fights in the Colosseum     NPA Insights, December 2024   Happy Holiday Season!Over the past weeks, I was frequently asked what companies can do to avoid potential additional tariffs. There are several...