Global Productivity Solutions names Dave Antis managing partner

Clinton Township, Mich. – Oct. 13, 2014 – Global Productivity Solutions (GPS), an industry leader in productivity improvement and business turnaround, announced the appointment of Dave Antis as a managing partner in business development.

His primary responsibilities include developing customer relations, and managing data analyses to assure that GPS’ clients achieve maximum value.

“Dave’s in-depth knowledge and working experience of business transformation to deliver higher returns makes him a valuable asset to GPS and our clients worldwide,” said Gary Cone, GPS founding partner and CEO. “Dave is a key international player in our approach to broaden the assessment phase to achieve more sustainable solutions. We are pleased this dynamic leader is part of our strong team.”

Antis earned an Executive MBA from Insead University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Oregon State University.

With 27 years of experience in electronics, chemical, oil, gas and the automotive industries, Antis is a founder and leader in Six Sigma Implementation and highly proficient in the Operational Excellence business transformation model.

Prior to joining GPS, Antis served as a senior vice president for leading Six Sigma and technology consulting firms.

Antis is one of the original Six Sigma Master Black Belts, having certified the first Master Black Belt in Europe for Allied Signal. He designed a $22 million solution for a $290M portfolio company and a $33M solution for a $800M portfolio company. He is the co-author of Design for Six Sigma in Technology and Product Development.

Antis resides in Clinton Township, Michigan.

Founded in 2000, GPS provides rapid results for both public and private organizations trying to increase customer and employee satisfaction, productivity, and operating margins. Directly engaging with government leaders or company management, GPS successfully delivers significant results within 90 days.

About Global Productivity Solutions

Global Productivity Solutions (GPS) is an industry leader in productivity improvement across the supply chain. GPS delivers rapid results sustained by a long-term business improvement strategy. GPS has a unique approach to pursue Operational Excellence® through its 10/90 Challenge. With multilingual capability and global locations, GPS serves small cap companies to Fortune 500 companies including food and consumer products, automotive, chemical and other industry sectors, mining, energy, health care, government services and private equity.

For more information on GPS, visit www.globalproductivitysolutions.com or call 855-GPS-1090.