LBM Journal columnist John Wagner examines how the price of lumber can affect the acquisition value of your company. He explains that in every M&A deal his firm has been involved with, it has encountered acquirers who want to discount the EBITDA—earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization—achieved during high commodity lumber price periods.
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Dan Cakora explains that in 2024, inflation is projected to range from 2% to 4%. Despite this, the outlook for a more positive economic environment suggests that widespread price increases are no longer viable. Distributors are encouraged to seek profit growth through price improvement in 2024 and beyond.
Federica Stufano, senior principal analyst at Gartner Supply Chain Practice, explains that warehouse operations have become increasingly complex due to various factors, including global supply chain disruptions, shorter order-to-delivery cycles and greater product range and service offerings. Deciding the right time to automate your warehouse can be challenging. Stufano discusses six factors to consider.
In this MDM blog feature, Will Quinn explains how deploying a multi-tenant, cloud-based warehouse management system can help organizations meet today’s industry challenges.
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David Snider, VP of marketing at Advantive, writes that by learning how to maximize the value of data in an ERP software system, distributors have identified three key areas where they can empower their company with the data management advantages necessary for growing customer trust through inventory control.
Over two-thirds of supply chain leaders (68%) said that they expect more disruptions to take place over the next 24 months when compared to the last two years, based on a recent survey by the enterprise resilience software company Infinite Blue.
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As supply-chain tailwinds and concerns related to rebound demand and price inflation subside, SPARXiQ CEO David Bauders says a frank assessment of one’s company, market position, and growth is needed in 2024. He suggests the Profit Diamond framework for measuring and analyzing performance.
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The labor market underwent a lot of change in 2023. So, what will the workplace look like in 2024? “We have seen several shifts affecting the workplace, including the emergence of generative AI (GenAI), pilots around establishing a four-day workweek, and changes to traditional careers,” said Emily Rose McRae, senior director analyst in the Gartner HR practice. In this article, Gartner offers nine predictions to help employers navigate these shifts.
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In this article, Nelson Valderrama discusses how to sustain profit margins in today’s economy. He writes that inflation has hit wholesale distributors hard and the interest rates intended to stop inflation continue to influence costs, financing, and resources.
In this article, Alexis Normand writes that the urgency to address climate change has never been more palpable, and as a result, regulations surrounding greenhouse gas emissions are becoming increasingly stringent. A pivotal development in this landscape is the cascading effect of carbon accountability down the supply chain, driven not just by regulatory mandates, but also by the proactive measures of industry giants.
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.
