Author: Anita Hummel
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Where Did Lacquerware Originate? An Interesting History
Lacquerware is traditionally found throughout Asia. But experts do not always agree on where lacquerware originates from. Lacquerware originated in China; some lacquerware has been found to have come from 10,000 BC. The Chinese brought the lacquerware technique to many other parts of Asia, in particular Japan and Vietnam. Each country has developed its lacquerware…
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Supply Chain Management Vs. Project Management
Many people get confused about the difference is between Supply Chain Management and Project Management. Though they may seem the same, they are very different required roles and skill sets. Supply chain management usually involves the supply of a product from its beginning to the end consumer. Most of the time, the supply chain manager…
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What Is Social Consciousness? 7 Reasons It Is Important
Social conscience or social consciousness is a new word many brands and companies are trying to figure out precisely what it means for them and their brands. Social consciousness is about being aware of the problems and injustices of society and then trying to do something about it. It is about leading with moral and…
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What is Ming Style? 10 Facts About Ming Style Chinese Furniture
A furniture designer or manufacturer can gain a lot of inspiration from the Chinese Ming Style furniture. The Ming-era craftsmen who designed and manufactured the furniture were true artisans. Ming-style Chinese furniture is antique furniture designed and manufactured during the China period of the Ming Dynasty. (1368-1644). The Chinese Ming-style antique furniture is known for…
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Is Six Sigma A Farce? 11 Reasons Why Not
Six Sigma is a term many people have heard; they may not know exactly what it means. Many organizations wonder if Six Sigma is really all it is hyped up to be or a farce. Six Sigma is not a farce because many aspects of the Six Sigma methodology and process help an organization become…
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What Is Vietnamese Lacquerware? 11 Unknown Lacquerware Facts
One of the more famous handicrafts in Vietnam is lacquerware. Lacquerware is an ancient Vietnamese handicraft that Vietnam has produced for hundreds of years. Vietnamese lacquerware is a paint process where lacquer paint is used to make lacquerware. This lacquer paint traditionally comes from the sap of the lacquer trees. The Vietnamese lacquerware has many…