In this article, Sophie Huang looks at the skilled labor shortage in construction and explains that it stems from two factors: difficulty in attracting and retaining young people, women, and people of color; and secondly, the decline in new immigrant trades workers who have historically filled in labor gaps. She looks at some initiatives that have been implemented across the country to address this labor shortage.
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Among all the threats facing global supply chains today, the issue of greatest concern lies within the very heart of the system: a lack of effective cybersecurity measures. A recent Hexnode survey reveals a startling statistic: 77% of employees harbor apprehensions about cybersecurity threats within their organizations’ supply chains. In an era where a single breach can cripple entire ecosystems, fortifying supply chain security is no longer a luxury — it’s an imperative.
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Do distributors invest heavily in the development of their young professionals? Or is it up to each of the individuals to develop themselves? The reality is that it takes both, according to Mark Bray, but there has been a common denominator for all successful people throughout history: personal responsibility.
In this article, Mike Hunkle examines “customer success” as a business strategy and a function that focuses on customers achieving their desired outcome with the distributor’s products and services. It ensures a good and mutually beneficial relationship between the client and the business.
Industrial Distribution’s 77th annual Survey of Distributor Operations, conducted over the last two months, revealed that most distributors are dealing with the same issues as in recent years, including economic concerns, rising costs, and labor challenges. Distributors reported that sales and profit growth have slowed, with just 49% reporting increases, but indicated growth opportunities exist and optimism for the future remains.
Consumer apps like Uber, Lyft and Doordash have taken the gig economy to new heights. In this article, Mike Hockett discusses how distributors can also take advantage.
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As of January 1, distributors must comply with the federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which requires detailed reporting on company ownership and individuals exerting substantial control unless exempt. While the CTA’s constitutionality is currently being challenged in court, distributors should prepare for compliance to avoid potential penalties as reporting deadlines approach. This article takes a closer look at the CTA and its requirements.
In this article, Supply Chain Digital takes a look at some key vendors to consider when your business is automating its supply chain analytics.
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AI-powered personalization can improve customer relationships and drive scalable processes that bring new sales reps up to speed faster. It’s all designed to help distributors work smarter and more efficiently to generate more profitable sales. Distribution Strategy Group recently spoke with some key players in the AI-powered technology space to find out how distributors can take advantage of these intelligent tools.
In this In Depth article, Mike Berger takes a look at windows and doors, the economic outlook for the fenestration market, current product trends, and how to identify customer needs.
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World Millwork Alliance (WMA) 54 TH Annual Convention & Tradeshow will hold its’ premier event at the Memphis Cook Convention Center from September 11-15, 2018. WMA will offer Veterans and Students complimentary access to the exhibit hall during Millwork Career Day on Friday, September 14, 2018 during the show hours of 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
WMA welcomes Veterans and Students to explore a career in the millwork industry. Learn from worldwide millwork professionals while viewing the finest millwork products. Meet with industry distributors and manufacturers about the opportunities in a millwork career.
Pre-registration for a name badge is available by completing a WMA Registration Form. Any local Student or Veteran who has pre-registered will pick up their complimentary “Expo – One Day Pass” with a valid student ID or Veteran ID at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
Veterans must show a Veteran’s Administration (VA) identification card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Students must show a valid Student photo I.D. card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Pre-registration is open until August 13, 2018; thereafter, registration is onsite at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
