A student is struggling with a job situation and thought some of you might be able to

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A student is struggling with a job situation and thought some of you might be able to help. This student is working in a profitable company that has been in business for 23 years. The problem is that the management has a "we have always done it this way" attitude. However, the student has learned from their studies that there are some great opportunities for improvement in their area. Suggestions seem to be ignored. They listen, but don't seem very interested in researching or implementing any of the innovative ideas. They are looking for your experience, suggestions, and ideas on what this student might do to get the attention and support of the management. Of course, it is frustrating to the student because there are some significant savings in the area of waste and process improvement. What would you suggest to this student