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Facility Managers Survey - December 2006

Facility Managers Survey - December 2006

It’s been two years since we’ve surveyed the nation’s leading facility managers, and while the economic landscape—and more specifically, the commercial marketplace—has dramatically changed some aspects of their work, some things never seem to change.

Review 2006 - December 2006

Review 2006 - December 2006

A dip in oil prices and at least temporary relief for both retailers and manufacturers from a long succession of price increases.

Wood Cuts - December 2006

Wood Cuts - December 2006

The fast food industry got it a long time ago with its suggestion that customers get an order of fries with that burger. Savvy flooring retailers are employing a similar technique.

Distribution Evolution - December 2006

Distribution Evolution - December 2006

I talk a lot about the threat of Home Depot and Lowe’s to floorcovering specialty retailers, but the fact is, there are a lot of other mass merchant and big box retailers that compete effectively against independents.

People Power - November 2006

People Power - November 2006

Competition is fierce in the retail sector these days, and all signs seem to be saying, “You ain’t seen nothing yet!”