The Future of Manufacturing

Move over, China! The future of manufacturing is alive in a five-person shop in Wellington, New Zealand. A company called Ponoko is rewriting the rules and making it possible for anyone, anywhere to make anything – cheaply and quickly . Read full story

You're Fired: Getting Rid of Bad
Customers

Not all entrepreneurs would have the guts to ditch nearly a third of their company's revenue. But that's what Noha Waibsnaider, CEO of Peeled Snacks, recently did when she gave several grocery chains the boot. Read full story

The Bootstrapper's Guide to Launching
New Products

Startups often spend millions of dollars to develop a new product, even if it means customer rejection. Here is an alternative – market your product online and work backwards with a paying customer. Read full story

The Profitability Report: How to Protect
Your Margins in a Downturn

Despite the barrage of bad economic news, the profits aren't as low as you might think. Here's how companies in 12 industries are faring, plus tips for defending your own bottomline. Read full story

How I Did It: Wolfgang Puck

He started as a 14-year-old apprentice in his native Austria and went on to build a culinary empire. Famed chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck reveals how he worked his magic. Read full story