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Expertise
Can answer questions around small business management (1-50 employees) in areas such as: information systems, process mapping, leading and implementing change initiatives, getting more done with limited resources. I cannot answer accounting or tax questions although for most topics I can likely direct you towards information resources that would be of use.
Experience in the area
3-4 years direct work experience in my own family's manufacturing business (Oro Design & Manufacturing). A total of 12+ years exposure to small business strategy, planning, and operations. Worked 1 year as a supply chain analyst for a small consulting firm outside of Toronto, Ontario.
Organizations
Oro Design and Manufacturing - Senior Analyst and Project Portfolio Manager
Education/Credentials
Hold an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University (2010, Waterloo ON).
Awards and Honors
President's entrance Scholarship - University of Waterloo (2005) In-Course Merit Scholarship - Wilfrid Laurier University (2009-2010) Dean's Honour Roll - Wilfrid Laurier University (2009-2010)
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexis Cheukam | 10/06/11 | 7 | 8 | 10 | Thank for your prompt and fast reaction ..... |
| Amanda | 08/09/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Miss Susan Wilson | 08/03/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | WOW!!! Thank you so much for all ..... |
| Miss Susan Wilson | 08/03/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi, Mr. Smith! Thank you so much ..... |
| Claude | 04/21/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much |
Recent Answers from David J. Smith
2011-11-06 information system:
Hello Humayun, Great question! Forgive the lengthy answer but I will first start with a definition of information systems in general and then move on to answer your question of the difference between
2011-10-05 Managing Changes in Organisations:
Hi Alexis, In my experience I am not too familiar with any specific measures that would necessarily increase participation in a change project. There are, however, many processes and tools you can use
2011-09-30 LABOUR WORK PLAN IN THE SHOP FLOOR:
Hello Rohan, From your question I gather you want to know whether to focus on finishing jobs as fast as possible or to assign staff to multiple jobs in a way that maximizes efficiency on some other
2011-08-04 Spreadsheet templates :S:
Hello Amanda, Thanks for the question! The answer to your question will depend on how advanced of a tracking tool you want to have. In general, you can assume that the more the tool tracks and the more
2011-08-04 CAG:
This question has been widely answered online so I'll direct you to a few answers already out there: http://www.wikicfo.com/Wiki/Default.aspx?Page=Controller-Vs-Comptroller&NS=&Aspx
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