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{{DISPLAYTITLE:Welcome to OnTrackNorthAmerica}}
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=====We have a challenge ahead of us.=====
Our industrial systems are not optimized for sustainability or profitability. The truth is, neither marketplace dynamics nor vested interest lobbying lead to smart supply chains. From natural resources and agriculture to production, consumption, and recycling, our society must redesign its fragmented industrial systems.

=====Why do we need to meet this head-on?=====
Civilization on a resource-limited planet cannot thrive without a new level of thinking, planning, and investing. Right now, we are missing out on crucial opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability, and profits.
=====How does OnTrackNorthAmerica address this problem?=====
OnTrackNorthAmerica brings stakeholders together to solve problems that single organizations cannot. We facilitate thinking, planning, and investing at the level of “Civilization Engineering” and Industrial Systems Initiatives.

Individual businesses and political jurisdictions all win from acting as a system. This collaboration and coordination renders everyone smarter. OTNA shines a bright light on the inadequacy of competition to deliver sustainably profitable resource-based industrial activity.

Explore our [[Industrial Systems Initiatives]] or visit the [[OTNA Curriculum|Curriculum]] section to understand the methodologies that make it work.

===== Welcome to OnTrackNorthAmerica! =====
[[OTNA Curriculum|{{Clickable button|<big>Next steps for learning more</big>}}]]
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=====Current IntelliConferences=====
'''[[VitalRail/IntelliConferences/Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Merger|Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Merger IntelliConference]]'''
=====In-Gear Initiatives=====
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=====Latest News=====
Our founder, Michael Sussman, spoke at the Ottawa, CA gathering of [https://ciltna.com/ The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport North America] and met with the Canadian government to discuss raising supply chain planning to the level of whole industrial systems.

See [[Collaborative Industrial Optimization]].
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====<big>OnTrackNorthAmerica</big>====

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<big>'''1700 Sansom Street, Suite 701'''

'''Philadelphia, PA 19103 USA'''

'''Phone: +1 215-564-3004'''

[[Special:Contact|Contact Us]]</big>
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Participation Options

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:What Role Can You Play with OTNA?}}
If you think its is time for real change join us! This is a team sport. We're advancing North America's industrial systems through stakeholder dialogue, [[Collaborative Industrial Optimization]], and in-the-field action. That requires diverse expertise and perspectives. Here's how you can contribute:

= Roles =
Use our show_join to express your interest in any of these roles!

Interested in Volunteering with us? Use this form instead! show_volunteer

====== Visitor ======

* Access all public content
* Contact us with questions or feedback
* Explore our resources and research

====== Member ======

* Everything Visitors can do, plus:
* Comment and ask questions in the Discussion Tabs on any page
* Observe IntelliConferences and Initiatives
* Regular updates on proceedings and relevant articles
* Receive the OTNA Moves monthly in depth newsletter on our progress
* $50 quarterly membership fee, scholarships available
* Additional quarterly contributions are greatly appreciated, and will be recognized on our website.

====== Participating Stakeholder ======

* Membership required
* Direct participation in IntelliConferences and Initiatives
* Access to working groups and specialized content
* Leaders and Subject Matter Experts welcomed: Ability to provide expert input on relevant topics

====== Sponsor ======

* Underwrite an [[Industrial Systems Initiatives|Industrial Systems Initiative]] or an IntelliConference Series
* Partnership opportunities for organizations
* Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
* Brand visibility and networking opportunities

====== Volunteer ======

* Participate as an ongoing team member
* Access to the site as a member of our volunteer team
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= OTNA Activities You Can Help Advance =

====== State and Provincial Rail-Enabled Economic Development Plans ======
Comprehensive [[:File:New-Blueprint-for-Rail-Enabled-Economc-Development-Online-PDF-Format-4.pdf|industrial development strategies]] tailored to each jurisdiction's unique needs and opportunities.

====== Industrial Systems Initiatives ======
Whole industrial systems progress for critical sectors such as [[RE-STEM|essential minerals]] and [[RE-FOREST|forestry and wood products]].

====== [[IntelliConferences]] ======
Our large-group, inquiry-based methodology for convening stakeholders on specific topics to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.

====== OnTrackNorthAmerica Organizational Planning and Development ======
Work with OnTrackNorthAmerica to develop our various activities.

'''Please complete your show_join and we will respond appropriately.'''

= Commitment to Ethics =
OTNA maintains ethical standards that ensure all participants can contribute on equal footing. All Participating Stakeholders and Sponsors are required to:

# Review our [[Founder's Statement]] and [https://sign.ontracknorthamerica.org OTNA Promise Statement]
# Digitally sign the Promise Statement to confirm agreement
# You will receive email confirmation of the signed commitment

Our Promise Statement supports transparency, accountability, and mutual respect among all participants.

Participation Options

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:What Role Can You Play with OTNA?}}
If you think its is time for real change join us! This is a team sport. We're advancing North America's industrial systems through stakeholder dialogue, [[Collaborative Industrial Optimization]], and in-the-field action. That requires diverse expertise and perspectives. Here's how you can contribute:

= Roles =
Use our show_join to express your interest in any of these roles!

If you're interested in Volunteering with us, use this form instead! show_volunteer

====== Visitor ======

* Access all public content
* Contact us with questions or feedback
* Explore our resources and research

====== Member ======

* Everything Visitors can do, plus:
* Comment and ask questions in the Discussion Tabs on any page
* Observe IntelliConferences and Initiatives
* Regular updates on proceedings and relevant articles
* Receive the OTNA Moves monthly in depth newsletter on our progress
* $50 quarterly membership fee, scholarships available
* Additional quarterly contributions are greatly appreciated, and will be recognized on our website.

====== Participating Stakeholder ======

* Membership required
* Direct participation in IntelliConferences and Initiatives
* Access to working groups and specialized content
* Leaders and Subject Matter Experts welcomed: Ability to provide expert input on relevant topics

====== Sponsor ======

* Underwrite an [[Industrial Systems Initiatives|Industrial Systems Initiative]] or an IntelliConference Series
* Partnership opportunities for organizations
* Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
* Brand visibility and networking opportunities

====== Volunteer ======

* Participate as an ongoing team member
* Access to the site as a member of our volunteer team
show_donate

= OTNA Activities You Can Help Advance =

====== State and Provincial Rail-Enabled Economic Development Plans ======
Comprehensive [[:File:New-Blueprint-for-Rail-Enabled-Economc-Development-Online-PDF-Format-4.pdf|industrial development strategies]] tailored to each jurisdiction's unique needs and opportunities.

====== Industrial Systems Initiatives ======
Whole industrial systems progress for critical sectors such as [[RE-STEM|essential minerals]] and [[RE-FOREST|forestry and wood products]].

====== [[IntelliConferences]] ======
Our large-group, inquiry-based methodology for convening stakeholders on specific topics to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.

====== OnTrackNorthAmerica Organizational Planning and Development ======
Work with OnTrackNorthAmerica to develop our various activities.

'''Please complete your show_join and we will respond appropriately.'''

= Commitment to Ethics =
OTNA maintains ethical standards that ensure all participants can contribute on equal footing. All Participating Stakeholders and Sponsors are required to:

# Review our [[Founder's Statement]] and [https://sign.ontracknorthamerica.org OTNA Promise Statement]
# Digitally sign the Promise Statement to confirm agreement
# You will receive email confirmation of the signed commitment

Our Promise Statement supports transparency, accountability, and mutual respect among all participants.

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