"Learning is not compulsory... But neither is survival."

Thank W. Edwards Deming for the brilliant quote that serves as the title to this post. Deming essentially taught Japanese industry how to develop efficient industrial production techniques after World War II. The rest, as they say, is history.

In the spirit of Deming, I am pleased to debut on September 23, 2011 a new webinar for the Association of Energy Engineers, entitled "Designing and Maintaining an Energy Manager Position." This two-hour presentation serves individuals who aspire to the energy manager position, as well as top decision makers who need clarity for implementing the position. The agenda serves as a checklist for designing, developing, implementing, and sustaining an energy manager position in the context of broader organizational functions. Discussions reveal the necessary skill sets, performance metrics, and organizational adjustments that provide an energy manager with durable success.