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Economic weakness forecast through 2009 in U.S. - 08/28/2008

The U.S. economy is expected to shows signs of instability through 2009, a report from the Manufacturers Alliance says.  -More- 

Companies must be proactive to avoid supply chain interruptions - 08/28/2008

In a survey by the Aberdeen Group, working capital optimization was listed as a high priority by 71% of companies.  -More- 

Genuine Parts eyes expansion of NAPA stores across U.S. - 08/28/2008

Auto parts supplier Genuine Parts Co.  -More- 

Ben E. Keith CEO lauds company's close, family atmosphere - 08/28/2008

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Avoid common mistakes when picking a new CEO - 08/28/2008

Corporate boards often make similar mistakes in approaching the transition to a new CEO.  -More- 

Three missteps can put a crimp in design outsourcing - 08/28/2008

Outsourcing the design of platform-based products may seem like a logical solution, but a study of around 100 outsourced desi -More- 

Align strategies with core competencies, boost sales productivity - 08/28/2008

One of the primary reasons companies fall short in meeting revenue and profit goals is because their salespeople must spend a -More- 

Small businesses need to be protected in policy reforms - 08/28/2008

The backbone of neighborhoods, small businesses matter to state and national economies.  -More- 

Passengers choosing intimate X-rays over pat-downs, TSA says - 08/28/2008

The backscatter X-ray machines now installed at three major U.S.  -More- 

Panasonic's blast from the past: Blu-ray-VHS combo - 08/28/2008

Panasonic's new Blu-ray player has all of the latest high-tech connections with a twist: The DMR-BR630V also lets users conve -More- 

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Payment paradigm has shifted - 08/28/2008

From NAW and Solveras Inc.  -More- 

Enrollment in NAW Health Insurance Program is simple - 08/28/2008

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Additional Resources

  • Profit Myths in Wholesale Distribution: The Truth About Sales, Margins, Inventory, and Expenses

    Albert D. Bates, DBA
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  • Official Guide to Wholesaler-Distributor Financial Success—Three-Volume Set

    Brent R. Grover
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  • Facing the Forces of Change®: Lead the Way in the Supply Chain

    Adam J. Fein, Ph.D.
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