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Phoenix, AZ, August 7--“E-ommerce”, “B2B”, “B2C”, “real-time information exchange” are just a few of the current edge technology trends that the Arizona Floor Covering Association has taken on for its October 2, 2003 meeting.
Saginaw, MI, Aug. 6--Retailers offering workshops, how-to clinics and similar services for free builds customer loyalty--and sales, experts say, according to the Saginaw News.
Greensboro, NC, August 6--Textile company Burlington Industries Inc. received more time to solicit votes in favor of a reorganization plan centered on its recently approved sale to W.L. Ross & Co. for $614 million.
Elkins, NC, Aug. 6--Darrell Poindexter was carrying an armful of plumbing supplies and shopping for more in a new Lowe's store in his rural hometown.
Lawrence, KS, August 6--Lawrence businessman Larry Connell thinks he has found a rock-solid trend in the home building industry – granite, according to the Lawrence Journal-World.
Kolkata, India, Aug. 6--Bamboo, traditionally considered the "poor man's timber" in India, is under consideration as a major export item by the Indian government for a global market valued at Rs 500 billion
Chicago, IL, Aug. 5--What is the biggest issue facing builders, remodelers and homeowners these days? More than likely, the answer has something to do with moisture or mold. And while it's certainly not a new issue, it is one that has the construction
Lancaster, PA, Aug. 5--A consolidation of the top offices at Armstrong World Industries Inc. has left its number two man, Chan W. Galbato, the odd man out, according to the Lancaster New Era.
New York, NY, Aug. 5--Insurer Travelers Property Casualty Corp. said on Friday it won a favorable ruling from a legal arbitration panel on asbestos claims by bankrupt ACandS Inc., which could save it from more than $1 billion dollars in payouts.
Atlanta, GA, August 5--Home improvement retailer Home Depot Inc. on Monday named marketing chief John Costello to replace Jerry Edwards, who is retiring as executive vice president of merchandising.