by PartDistribution | Apr 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
If your supplier offers volume discounts you aren’t currently using, you may be missing more than just cost savings. You could be overlooking an opportunity to significantly improve your cash flow, shorten lead times, and reduce supply chain volatility. This tactic is...
by PartDistribution | Apr 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
In 2017, approximately 21.6% of U.S. imports came from China. As of 2024, that number has dropped to 13.3%. That’s an average annual decrease of 1.19% in reliance on China. At that rate—in theory—we could be fully divested from Chinese imports by 2035. That’s just ten...
by PartDistribution | Apr 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
The trade war and the recent tariffs it has unleashed have sparked considerable debate. On one hand, critics argue that these measures are short-sighted and disrupt global supply chains, leading to higher costs for consumers. On the other hand, supporters claim that...
by PartDistribution | Apr 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Managing it effectively can make the difference between surviving and thriving. Ensuring you don’t tie up too much capital in inventory is crucial to staying nimble and growing. In this blog, we’ll explore how Just in Time...
by PartDistribution | Mar 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
I often get asked by people who have an invention idea, “What is the first step?” To answer that, I’ve put together this brief guide. Just for context, my first attempts at bringing inventions to market, which started in the early 2000s, were failures. It...
by PartDistribution | Mar 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Job Shops: Are You Turning Down Smaller Jobs? If you’re not fulfilling all of your customers’ needs, they may turn to another supplier for that part. The advantages of outsourcing production can help you avoid this situation, ensuring you meet every demand...
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