We are familiar with self-service checkout in our favorite stores, but did you know 99% of B2B buyers state they will purchase using a digital self-serve model. Are you equipped to offer this to your customers?
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Elizabeth Raftery
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Cultivate Connections at IFE 2024
The International Fastener Expo offers valuable programs that attendees and exhibitors can participate in; two such programs are Bring Your Own Distributor (BYOD) and Rising Star. Nominations are now open, learn more and get your submissions in!
A Recap of Fastener Technology’s Top Products of 2023
For the last 27 years, every February/March issue of Fastener Technology International (FTI) magazine has contained a special “Top Products” editorial feature article. Here are the Top Products of 2023 from FTI’s February/March 2024 issue by Mike McNulty.
Smarter Spending: How Predictive Analytics Can Slash Manufacturing Costs
Machine learning predictive maintenance can save your business money by reducing downtime, optimizing maintenance schedules, and extending equipment life. Unlock cost savings and efficiency improvements with this innovative technology.
North America Industrial Fasteners Growth Trends and Forecast
From growth trends to insightful forecasts, uncover some of the driving forces shaping North America’s industrial fastener market.
Nominations for the 2024 Hall of Fame and Young Fastener Professional of the Year Awards Open Today
We look forward to receiving your nominations and celebrating the achievements of our industry’s finest!
From Rig to Refinery: How Fasteners Keep the Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical Industry Together
Discover the role of fasteners in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industry; explore their applications, protective coatings, and more in this blog post.
Manufacturing Industry Adds 23,000 Jobs in January 2024
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the manufacturing industry added 23,000 jobs in the month of January 2024, a strong gain for this sector.
Tech and Human Touch: Working Together to Create a Winning Customer Experience
Explore how manufacturers and distributors can integrate automation while maintaining a human touch in customer interactions.
4 Ways Mobile Apps Can Improve Your Warehouse Operations
Discover four innovative ways to optimize your warehouse operations using cutting-edge apps. From inventory management to employee safety, these apps streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and elevate your warehouse management to new heights.