Amazon sellers suggest layoffs are coming | American Tire Distributors uses data to manage talent | McLane Global partners with USDA to provide meals to children
Some third-party sellers on Amazon are looking at layoffs to cope with the company's restrictions on goods processed through its Fulfilled by Amazon service. Not having access to the Amazon program for nonessential items makes sellers responsible for inventory management and shipping without being eligible for Prime shipping.
American Tire Distributors in the past few years has used technology to collect and communicate workplace data, understand what it means and develop talent strategies based on the findings. The company's array of systems and dashboards are designed to output information managers can use, such as data that connects an employee's knowledge gains with sales effectiveness.
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Nearly half of companies surveyed by the Institute of Supply Chain Management expect moderate or severe supply chain disruptions during the next six months because of the coronavirus pandemic. Concerns about disruption in China specifically include experiencing delays in intra-country shipments and staying up to date on developments.
Distributors should prioritize their best customers when considering pricing during the coronavirus crisis, writes Mike Emerson. Companies can also take this time to analyze their organization structure and strategic planning to improve operations and margins.
State of the Wholesale Supply Chain Industry in 2020 The wholesale supply chain industry continues to look for ways to solve challenges around predicting shifting consumer preferences, volatility with suppliers and long lead times, and e-commerce growth that's increasing price transparency. Despite these obstacles, the industry collectively posted year-over-year sales growth of 8% in 2019, similar to the prior year. Get the key findings for Blue Ridge's wholesale supply chain industry 2020 survey.
Understanding your value proposition and communicating it proudly is the best chance most businesses have of persuading prospects to switch over their spending, writes Channel Marketing Group President David Gordon. "This begs the question: Could your salespeople do an elevator pitch on 'why you?'" he writes.
Successfully coaching leaders requires understanding the context of an organization, particularly during times of business transition, says Robert Barner, a talent development consultant. Understanding the context allows coaches to adjust their training tactics and guide their learners properly, Barner says.
Douglas W. York, NAW Chairman of the Board, headed a delegation of key distribution company CEOs in a conference call late Tuesday afternoon with President Trump and Vice President Pence. Read this NAW press release.
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