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INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION | Current Issue | Forward to a friend | RSS feed | February 19, 2008
 


TOP STORIES

Efficiency is Everything
Farmers who convert corn crops to bio-fuel have helped drive power transmission sales at Precision Industries.  Read more

Data Control
Without accurate, physical inventory counts, even the most advanced ERP system can fail to properly automate purchasing.
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Growing Government Sales
As the search for new markets continues, many distributors are turning to federal, state and local government sources for new and expanded sales opportunities.
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Look Before You Spend
Deciding on the best sales force automation system requires research, patience and feedback. 
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Construction Outlook

This new section will focus on construction industry stories, including economic reports, market insights and product trends.  Check out the links below. 

Non-Residential building construction maintains its
momentum—for now

Commercial construction rose by 18.3 percent in 2007 and accounted for 95 percent of the increase in total non-residential construction for the year as a whole.

What to expect for construction in the Mountain area in 2008
Check out what significant construction projects are underway or can be expected this year.


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Economic support for construction softens
Housing demand is shrinking as consumers become increasingly concerned about income and job security.

Cost increases easing except for nonresidential labor
Labor rates and margins for nonresidential buildings and heavy projects have yet to weaken.


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