| 1151 | ETO Configurator included with Encompix ETO ERP Preview: Encompix ETO ERP software leader based in Cincinnati, OH, announced the inclusion of the proprietary ETO Configurator as part of the company’s product suite. The ETO Configurator is based on Configure One’s concept product and is specifically design for engineer-to-order manufacturers. Unlike most project configurators that can handle only simple ... (more) Published By: Roger Meloy Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1152 | Plastic with perks packs clout: Preview: Customer reward programs are becoming more of a factor in using credit cards. Reward cards offered by major credit card companies allow you to earn redeemable rebates or points for purchases you make. Potential rewards include airline tickets, merchandise or fuel reimbursement, car rebates, cash back, investments or contributions to a college sav... (more) Published By: RICHARD C. CURRY Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1153 | Astonish Your Customers With These Customer Service Tips Preview: Customer service today is getting worse. Win customers over and you build your business for life. Proven by the leader in the industry -- Nordstrom's. Nordstrom's customer service keeps improving and they continue to drive others out of business because of it. Here are six ways you can thrill customers and snatch a larger market share from your co... (more) Published By: Catherine Franz Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1154 | Corporate Apparel Bolsters Employee Morale and Builds Company Image Preview: Corporate apparel programs are a creative way for companies to create a polished, professional image while giving employees a boost in morale. Employees look and feel more professional and take pride when wearing apparel with the company logo. Shirts, hats, jackets, and even bags with your company's name can help build corporate identity as well ... (more) Published By: RICHARD C. CURRY Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1155 | Small Manufacturers Leasing E-Z-MRP Leading Manufacturing Software Preview: E-Z-MRP, the leading manufacturing software system for small manufacturers, announced effective April 15th, there will be a new pricing and product structure. According to Rocky Smolin, founder of Beach Access Software, makers of E-Z-MRP, “We see a distinction between those small manufacturers with less than five hundred parts in material resource... (more) Published By: Rocky Smolin Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1156 | PRONTO North America Users Conference to Feature New Product Features of PRONTO-Xi Preview: Peggy Smedley is the editor of Start Magazine and will be addressing the first annual PRONTO North America Users Conference on Thursday, May 5th. Smedley was recently profiled in the Wall Street Journal and authored Mending Manufacturing, How America Can Manufacture its Survival. She is an award-winning journalist. Wednesday, May 4th, Thomas R. ... (more) Published By: Tom Verzi Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1157 | Lean e-Kanban: Breeding Proactive Suppliers Preview: Breeding proactive suppliers - According to Sam Bayer, President of Datacraft Solutions (www.datacraftsolutions.com). “Kanban implies partnership. Both parties have a responsibility to share information and strive towards process improvement. Sounds great in theory but how do you enable it in practice? Share real time “actionable” information betw... (more) Published By: Sam Bayer Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1158 | The Gold is in the Opt-in List Preview: When I consult with small and home based business owners, more times than not one of the greatest concerns they have is how to increase reach to a targeted market while keeping costs down. Hands down, effectively using the power of the Internet is the cornerstone to achieving this outcome. More times than not, companies are not using their Interne... (more) Published By: Kathleen Gage Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1159 | Manufacturing Journalist TR Cutler to Profile SE U.S. Manufacturer’s Representatives Preview: Thomas R. Cutler, Associate Editor of Industrial Connection magazine (www.industrialconnection.net) is the leading North American manufacturing journalist, writing for more than 200 publications per year. Cutler recently announced an important addition for the May and June Industrial Connection Editorial calendar for 2005. With a fast approaching... (more) Published By: Thomas Cutler Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1160 | Customer Relationships Are Key to Your Marketing Strategy Preview: Marketing is everything that you do to reach out to prospects and tell your message. The sales process is everything that you do to close the sale and get a signed agreement or contract. Both are necessities to the success of a growing business. By strategically combining both efforts, you will experience a successful amount of business growth. H... (more) Published By: RICHARD C. CURRY Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1161 | Variable Data Marketing Program to Veterinarians Sold by TR Cutler, Inc Preview: TR Cutler, Inc., the nation’s largest manufacturing PR and marketing firm, has sold the Veterinary Practice Marketing Division. Thomas R. Cutler, President & CEO of TR Cutler, Inc. (www.trcutlerinc.com) said that, “After serving 595 veterinary practices over the past three years, we decided to accept the offer of a European Veterinary Marketing Co... (more) Published By: Thomas Cutler Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1162 | Wholesalers in a Nutshell - Will they Deal with You? Preview: What is a wholesaler? In a nutshell, it is a company that buys (usually directly) from a manufacturer in large quantities at a discount, then pieces out the product into smaller quantities that are then sold for a higher price. The usual chain of product goes: Manufacturer > Wholesaler > Retailer > Customer. Services provided by wholesalers inv... (more) Published By: William King Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1163 | Brand awareness campaigns increase preference for your products Preview: Brand awareness campaigns are designed well before the point of sale. Many companies rely on complex distribution models to move products. However, when that doesn’t work, promotional products and motivational programs are frequently implemented to help drive sales and keep the sales force focused. Products such as Jackets, Sweaters, caps and swe... (more) Published By: RICHARD C. CURRYwithgratitude team Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1164 | Mississauga-Based OTI Sees Integrated System as Key Rationale for PRONTO ERP Selection Preview: OTI, Optimization Technology Inc., located in Mississauga Canada, has been developing and implementing ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems since 1984. The Canadian VARs (Value Added Reseller) customer base appreciates the features built into their legacy systems which focused on individual manufacturing and distribution requirements. With t... (more) Published By: Tom Verzi Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1165 | Last Minute Villa Holiday Preview: Last Minute Villa Holiday A Dream Business or A lot of work? Have you ever thought of starting an online business? Have you thought of making money from the Internet? That is exactly what I was thinking when I started my first online business venture. My head was turned by the figures people were quoting of how much is spent on the Internet eve... (more) Published By: Peter Hartely Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1166 | 6 Simple Steps to Dealing with Difficult Managers Preview: Managing teams is tricky enough, but when you have a challenging manager to deal with as well - I guess you could do without it. But a structured approach can mean success for all sides. The challenge of managing difficult managers can be rather daunting, especially when you inherit them! If they are your own born and bred, then hopefully they ... (more) Published By: Martin Haworth Submitted: 20 April,2005 |
| 1167 | 10 steps to promote your small business Preview: Ten steps to promote your small business Are you a small business or start up? Do you sometimes feel invisible? Here are ten low cost marketing ideas guaranteed to boost your profile. 1) Word of mouth is the most cost-effective, powerful form of promotion. Write a list of 50 people you know but don’t see regularly – relatives, friends, ex-colle... (more) Published By: Jo Hill Submitted: 21 April,2005 |
| 1168 | PRONTO North America Users Conference in Eden Prairie Minnesota May 3 - 5 Preview: Peggy Smedley is the editor of Start Magazine and will be addressing the first annual PRONTO North America Users Conference on Thursday, May 5th. Smedley was recently profiled in the Wall Street Journal and authored Mending Manufacturing, How America Can Manufacture its Survival. She is an award-winning journalist. Wednesday, May 4th, Thomas R. ... (more) Published By: Tom Verzi Submitted: 21 April,2005 |
| 1169 | Small Manufacturers Approve Leasing Manufacturing Software Preview: E-Z-MRP, the leading manufacturing software system for small manufacturers, announced effective April 15th, there will be a new pricing and product structure. According to Rocky Smolin, founder of Beach Access Software, makers of E-Z-MRP, “We see a distinction between those small manufacturers with less than five hundred parts in material resource... (more) Published By: Rocky Smolin Submitted: 21 April,2005 |
| 1170 | Property Management: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Preview: Property Management: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Being a landlord is not all it’s cracked up to be. Think carefully of all the responsibilities that follow the purchase of an investment property for rental use. Screen your clients, run credit checks and, if you are both landlord and owner of the property, learn to deal with problems objective... (more) Published By: Elaine VonCannon Submitted: 21 April,2005 |