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Elizabeth Raftery
Elizabeth Raftery's Recent Articles
Sky is the Limit: The Use of Drones in the Warehouse
By 2024, the drone market is projected to be worth around $43 billion, with warehouse & storage management predicted to show maximum market share. Learn how these unmanned aerial vehicles can help in your facilities.
The Future of Fasteners in the Construction Industry
As of January 2023, U.S. construction spending is valued at $1.823 trillion. With growth comes demand and drive for innovation. Learn about how fasteners used in construction are putting “what’s next” within reach for this ongoing industry surge.
The Next Great Migration? What Can the Manufacturing Industry Offer Transitioning Tech Workers
Manufacturers are looking to hire tech professionals to fill roles from the shop floor to the C-Suite in hopes to reach the growth and post-pandemic recovery the industry demands. What can manufacturers offer these skilled workers?
2023 Fastener M&A Activity Charges Ahead
Confronted with complex business challenges over the past few years due to the global pandemic, economic shifts, and supply chain challenges, business owners throughout the fastener industry look to M&A for organizational advantages.
IFE 2023 Call for Speakers is Open!
Providing top-notch education at IFE 2023 is our priority! Planning for the highly anticipated IFE 2023 show floor sessions is well underway and we are excited to launch our 2023 Call for Speakers. Submit your proposal today!
Optimize Performance in Procurement with KPIs
“You can’t improve what you can’t measure.” When it comes to sourcing, KPIs can streamline your procurement process, help you reach strategic goals, guide decisions, and ultimately reach success in your procurement performance management.
3 Advances for Aerospace Manufacturing
A surge of air transport, both passenger and freight, as well as a demand for military air defense systems have not only contributed to growth and demand in aerospace manufacturing, but also the innovations in this market segment.
Fastenal Surpasses $1 Billion in Sales Outside the US
Fastenal’s first branch outside the US began in ’94 with just 2 employees and $1,800 in first-month sales, the company now celebrates a major achievement; $1 billion in annual sales and an international presence that spans 25 countries.
5 Tools to Enhance Your Customer’s Digital Experience
Creating customer-centric digital buying experiences are no longer just for consumer-facing e-commerce platforms. B2B businesses are taking the wheel and changing their digital buying needs and expectations. Are you prepared?