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A moving
experience
Feature Article |
China Economic Review: April 2004
Logistics in China presents vast opportunities, but inefficient infrastructure
is causing problems
Seize the
Opportunity
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: September 2003
Entrepreneurial spirit, computing power and
talent pays off in big sales for this three year-old distributor
High-powered
distribution
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: July 2003
Protecting workers from electrical hazards is just
one of Saf-T-Gard's specialties
Transmitting
brand value
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: June 2003
Your brand is what you stand for as an organization,
so make sure your customers understand the message you're sending
Big Business
on the Emerald Isle
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: May 2003
The growth of Ireland's largest MRO distributor
reflects the country's own development
A bigger
toolbox
By Richard Trombly | Industrial
Distribution: May 2003
Manufacturers' reps are using a broader repertoire
of tools to bring value to their supply chain partners
Valued partner
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2003
For Sandvik Coromant, added-value is at the core
of its business
A balanced
approach
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2003
Rightsizing your company can enhance its performance
and profitability
Growing into
the role
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: February 2003
Though businesses need to grow and expand, it must
be at the right pace
Swimming
against the current
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: December 2002
K.J. Electric has been making headway even in rough
economic waters.
Bringing
more to the table
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: November 2002
Consolidation in the software market means increased
offerings and more value
Solid foundations,
growing commitments
Cover Story | Industrial
Distribution: November 2002
Strong commitment to all its stakeholders is the
secret to this Ontario distributor's growth
How are
we doing?
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: November 2002
Your employees want to know, and telling them can
improve the business
Still alive...and
growing
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: October 2002
The integrated supply channel is becoming
increasingly more effective across the supply chain
The multifaceted
organization
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: October 2002
The multifaceted organization: some companies develop
the strength to grow in many directions at once
Slow recovery
or double-dip?
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: September 2002
Recent economic indicators leave distributors
with more questions than answers about the business turnaround
Family-style
distribution
Cover Story | Industrial
Distribution: September 2002
Despite steady growth, Transply, Inc. is still a
family business at heart
Running lean,
running strong
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: August 2002
Lean manufacturing processes lead to a stronger,
more efficient business
Small business,
big contracts
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: August 2002
From the Big Dig to Alaska, no job is too big for
this small distributor
Deep in
the doldrums
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: August 2002
The economic recovery has yet to reach the machine
tool industry
Birds of a
feather
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution:July 2002
Roadrunner-fast delivery is just one of the ways
that a small business can add value
Both sides
of the street
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: July 2002
Service is the key to surviving as a small distributor
in Silicon Valley.
The big
squeeze
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: July 2002
The automotive industry is struggling to make a
profit but the supply chain is getting squeezed
Back on track
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: June 2002
A new management team is the force behind
J&L Industrial Supply | PDF
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Crossing the
line
Cover Story | Industrial
Distribution: May 2002
KBC Tools is concentrating on expanding its Canadian
sales, but the border isn't the only line it crosses
Rollup rundown
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: May 2002
How will the failure of top rollup firms affect
the industry?
New frontiers
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: May 2002
Michigan-based Mahar Tool Supply is expanding its
horizons while focusing on its core business
Curing health
care woes
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: April 2002
Rising costs and an increased number of uninsured
Americans has increased the burden on employers. Can they continue to
carry the weight?
From cold
calls to hot profits
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: April 2002
Prospecting for new sales is perhaps the most important
part of the sales function
Chess master
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2002
Nail Fast helps both vendors and customers come
out ahead of the game
A direct
threat
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2002
Should distributors be concerned about manufacturers
selling direct?
A logical
solution
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2002
Are you ready to take control of your inbound freight?
Cut costs
to reap rewards
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: February 2002
Here's a look at how distributors can reduce costs
to survive or even prosper in a downturn
The road
to recovery
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: February 2002
CEO Andrew Shearer presents his plan to lead IDG
to renewed profitability
Power to
the people
Cover Story | Industrial
Distribution: February 2002
TECO Pneumatic Inc.'s flat organizational structure
and empowered sales force build strong relationships that enhance technical
sales
2002 economic
outlook
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: January 2002
Experts say there is a recovery on the horizon,
but will it come soon enough?
Ahead of
the Curve
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: November 2001
High-tech initiatives boost efficiencies
Distributors
respond to tragedy
Cover Story | Industrial
Distribution: November 2001
America's industrial distributors and manufacturers
support the nation in a time of need
Team Spirit
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: November 2001
A sales force is more efficient when it works together
Northern
Exposure
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: October 2001
ID takes a brief look at how three Canadian distributors
do business
Irreconcilable
differences
By Richard Trombly and Al Tuttle| Feature Article |
Industrial Distribution:
October 2001
Manufacturer-distributor relationships are hurting
sales and profits
Catfish Country
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: September 2001
Pine Belt Industrial Supply Co. brings its
expertise to a new and growing industry
The Equalizer
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: August 2001
Production Tool Supply is balancing the equation
for many independent distributors
Energy efficiency
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: August 2001
California distributors respond to the energy crisis
while other regions prepare for shortages
The big three
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: July 2001
ID'S 2001 Survey Takes a Look at the Concerns Facing
Small Distributors
Stronger
than ever
Cover Story | Industrial
Distribution: July 2001
PRC Industrial Suppply, Inc. Has Weathered Many
Economic Ups and Downs and Has Become Stronger by Specializing
Debt Service
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: July 2001
Industry experts discuss getting the most service
from the credit/A-R function
Distributors
trim costs
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: June 2001
Distribution is striving to endure the economic
slowdown and capitalize on the awaited recovery
International
Distribution
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: May 2001
Find your place in the global marketplace through
research and resources
Super-Regional
Distribution
Coer Story | Industrial
Distribution: May 2001
Turner Supply Co. is giving local and national competition
a run for their money in the deep South
A Recipe
for Success
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: May 2001
Cooper Collins travels his territory looking to
deliver solutions -- and pastries -- to Milwaukee's industry
Passing the
Torch
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: April 2001
Most small businesses in America will face a change
in ownership by 2005. Is your business ready?
Economy slows
earnings
News Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2001
Many large distributors are pursuing their expansion
strategies, despite the economic downturn
Value your
Web site
Feature Article | Industrial
Distribution: March 2001
The role of the Internet in sales may be more about
efficiency and enhanced relationships than new customers
Richmond
Adds Fast Net Access
Feature Article | The
Berkshire Beacon : April 2000
As the Berkshires become ever more reliant
on the internet for commerce, culture, and recreation, a frequent question
among household, home office, and small business customers is how to get
high-speed internet connections. The answer may be at hand for many Berkshire
residents.
Berkshire
Connect Not For Everyone
Feature Article | The
Berkshire Beacon : March 2000
The Berkshires will soon be served by a
new, countywide, high-speed Internet connection on a fiber optic and broadband
digital wireless network. This will be brought about through the collaborative
efforts of Berkshire Connect, local businesses, and Global Crossing Ltd.
and Equal Access Networks, Inc. This technology, however, may not benefit
everyone.
MCAS
Unfair to Special Education
News Article | The
Berkshire Beacon : March 2000
"The MCAS presents a special concern
for the special needs community," said Debbie Byrd, a special needs
parent and Coalition for Authentic Reform in Education (C.A.R.E.) activist.
"Our children's self esteem is essential."
Local
Students and Community Resist the MCAS
News Article | The
Berkshire Beacon : March 2000
The Coalition for Authentic Reform in Education
(C.A.R.E.) held a Mid-Berkshire meeting at the Pittsfield Unitarian Church
on February 29th. Fifteen educators, parents, and concerned citizens met
to plan strategies to further their opposition, of the Massachusetts Comprehensive
Assessment System (MCAS) in the local community.
Room for Growth
By Richard Trombly | BusinessWest:
March 2000
A Booming Economy and Rejuvenated Tourism
Industry Bring Opportunities for the Hospitality Industry
Hotel Industry
Booming in W. Massachusetts
Feature Article | BusinessWest:
February 2000
The steady improvements in the economy through
the mid-1990's led to a booming market for the hotel industry in the Pioneer
Valley. Many of the area hotels took advantage of this economic climate
by reinvesting millions of dollars to refurbish and renovate their properties.
SDP Previews
Adobe's InDesign
Cover Story | The SDP Documentor:
Fall 1999
SDP members got a sneak peek at the rumored
"Quark killer" professional layout package from Adobe. The package,
InDesign, was released at the end of August and complements the existing
line of Adobe products.
Web-Based
Training: An Interactive Approach
Feature Story | The
SDP Documentor: Fall 1999
For many people, using Web-based training
is like using a library to learn to perform brain surgery. Sure, all the
information is there, and the librarian can point out where it is, but
it's still no substitute for medical school.
Hampshire
College Gets High Marks in Film
Feature Article| Bravo:
June 1998
Though commercial film has been traditionally dominated
by large studios, in the quarter century since Hampshire College was founded,
Hampshire's students have been finding their niche.
Baypath Hosts
Softball Tournament
News Article| Longmeadow
News : April 1998
On Saturday, April 5th and Sunday, April
6th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Baypath College will host the Baypath College
Softball Tournament at the Wolf Swamp Field. Participating colleges include
Holyoke Community College, Mt. Ida College, Becker College, and North
Shore Community College.
Longmeadow
Musician Makes Boston Symphony Debut
Feature Article | Longmeadow
News : March 1998
In the program of the recent Boston Symphony
Orchestra concert with James Galway, one of the pieces they performed
was Corigliano's "Pied Piper's Fantasy."
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