
Maya is an industry analyst focused on the manufacturing and warehousing sectors for Intertek Alchemy. She examines emerging workforce trends and best practices in employee training, safety, and operational efficiency, translating complex insights into actionable strategies for employers.
Posts by Maya Allunario
Evaluation checklist: How to choose training software for food manufacturing
Choosing training software for food manufacturing brings challenges generic platforms are not built to handle. This checklist helps you identify what to look for in training software that supports compliance, multilingual teams, on the floor training, and audit readiness.
Maya AllunarioSupervisor quick guide: How to deliver effective group training
Supervisors are under pressure to make training stick without slowing operations. This guide shows how to lead group training that strengthens understanding and drives consistent performance on the floor.
Maya AllunarioIs your food manufacturing training program built to hold up in practice?
Optimize your manufacturing training programs with our 2026 checklist. Improve worker safety, audit compliance, and operational efficiency on the frontline.
Maya AllunarioWhat 2025 Taught Manufacturers and Why 2026 Must Be Different
2025 proved that training completion does not guarantee performance on the floor. In 2026, manufacturers who close the behavior gap will turn learning into measurable results.
Maya AllunarioThe Hidden Gap in Packaging Sustainability
Recyclable and compostable packaging gets the spotlight, but it is only one part of sustainability. What happens inside the facility matters just as much as what goes out the door.
Maya AllunarioBoost Productivity in Manufacturing with Better Visual Work Instructions
Visual work instructions are the key to consistency and productivity in manufacturing. When employees can see exactly what “right” looks like, they work safer, faster, and with fewer errors.
Maya AllunarioClient Spotlight: LSG Sky Chefs Takes Flight with Scalable, Streamlined Training
Behind every in-flight meal lies a world of precision, logistics, and safety. LSG Sky Chefs relies on the Alchemy Training System to keep their global workforce consistent, compliant, and audit ready.
Maya AllunarioAre You Ready for an Unannounced Audit?
Unannounced audits are becoming increasingly common and most facilities aren’t ready. Even minor gaps in training or documentation can create major risks.
Maya Allunario5 Signs Your Facility Needs a Modern LMS
Many facilities still rely on outdated training methods that create compliance risks and limit workforce growth. Upgrading to a modern LMS can streamline tracking, reinforce learning, and deliver role-specific training that boosts safety, efficiency, and productivity.
Maya AllunarioClosing the GAPS for Improvement: Go See, Ask, Pause, Study
Creating a culture of continuous improvement starts with how leaders engage their teams. The GAPS framework offers a practical approach to strengthen communication, cultivate problem-solving, and drive lasting growth.
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