Conference Agenda

To view speaker names and presentations for MBS 2006, click on the agenda titles or use the view sessions link at the top of this page.

Monday, August 7

Morning Session: 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

World Class Manufacturing: Manufacturing Strategies and Technologies for Enhancing Global Competitiveness

Global Product Development  and R & D:  The Final Outsourcing Frontier

Afternoon Session: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Diffusion of TPS and the Lean Principles Culture Throughout the U.S. Economy: Benefits Galore, But Is It Reaching Companies That Could Benefit the Most?

World-Class Product Process Development: Connecting Profitability and Personalization for Growth

Will There Be a Domestic Automotive Tooling Industry 10 Years from Now?

Tuesday, August 8

Morning Session: 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

World Class Manufacturing: Manufacturing Strategies and Technologies for Enhancing Global Competitiveness

Wireless Vehicle Communication Systems                            (special time 9:00 a.m. to Noon)

Afternoon Session: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Low Volume Vehicle Production

Non-Traditional Success Strategies for Suppliers

Rapid Product Realization through World Class Information Technology

Wednesday, August 9

Morning and Afternoon Session: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Auto World Future: Round or Flat?

Thursday, August 10

Morning Session: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Auto World Future: Round or Flat?

Afternoon Session: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

The Globalization of the Supply Base – Concentration, Competition, and Competitive Advantage

Friday, August 11

Morning Session: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Special concurrent sessions:

Advanced Powertrain Forum

As the Global Marketplace Turns: Implications for Suppliers

 

Relationship Building

One of the most important aspects of the annual Management Briefing Seminars is relationship building throughout the week. We appreciate that not all of the knowledge sharing takes place in the conference rooms. Therefore we allow plenty of time for networking and socializing with colleagues. In addition to the continental breakfasts and lunches, there are several evening activities designed for relaxation and informal conversations.The plans this year included:

Monday, August 7

Social Hour: 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 8

On Tuesday afternoon, August 8, we will host a golf tournament for attendees of the 2006 Management Briefing Seminars. Use this link for more information.

Reception sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation: 4:30  p.m.- 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 9

Annual Industry Party:              5:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.

Information

Special Announcement:

Wednesday evening during dinner, the actor Jeff Daniels will perform. Photo and biography.

Thursday, August 10

Social Hour: 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.