Studies show that manufacturing has had 34 straight months of expansion since 2009, only narrowing slightly in response to recent worldwide economic challenges. Although we are not at pre-recession levels, manufacturing jobs have grown, albeit slowly. A new report from … Read more
As a distributor, you want to meet your customer and prospect demands. But sometimes the word “no” is necessary and beneficial to both you and your customer. In this challenging economy, it may be tempting to take on any customer … Read more
How can you make sure your inventory is making you money? Besides making sure you turn over your inventory, how is it you can tell whether you are maximizing profit margins or just pushing through stock. I had the opportunity … Read more
A supply chain visibility solution can provide several advantages for your company, including higher customer satisfaction and improved forecasting, Robert Clesi writes in “Guest Commentary: Considerations When Evaluating Supply Chain Visibility Solutions” posted on Logistics Viewpoints. While there are many … Read more
The traditional role of the chief information officer (CIO) is quickly evolving to meet a new strategic business need revolving around how distributors interact with their customers. More than just installing software and using social media, CIO’s are now being … Read more
Providing superior customer service is important to winning the loyalty of customers. Working with your supply chain and having the ability to stock or order the right inventory quickly is important to keeping customers. Controlling inventory and supply chain is … Read more
The sales, inventory and operations planning of your business are vital in meeting the expectations of your customers. Each department also needs to sync with one another for a true view into what you can provide those customers. Not only … Read more
Sometimes it seems like our perfect balance of supply and demand is like a mirage in the distance. We can see it, but just can’t seem to get there. Supply chain challenges always seem to crop up creating speed bumps … Read more
Remember the scene in “Rain Man” when Dustin Hoffman’s character could calculate the number of toothpicks on the floor faster than we could even see them? Well, what about your Distribution System, can it keep track of the number of … Read more
In December, MarketWatch reported that U.S. manufacturing output rose in November, setting the country apart from several other developed nations except Russia, the Institute for Supply Management said. Readings over 50% indicate expansion and the ISM gauge has been above … Read more
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