Managing Business

The Ups and Downs of 2022 and Beyond: Positioning for Success

We’re only halfway through the year, but 2022 has already been filled with major ups and downs. Just as the lockdowns seemed to be ending and life was heading in the right direction, the supply chain chaos hit full force along with inflation and its resulting price increases on
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The Empty Office: Pandemic Throws Curveball at Employee Unity

Virtually every dealer executive surveyed in our August State of the Industry report agrees that corporate culture is a living, breathing entity. It requires constant attention and nurturing to continue reflecting the ideals of the dealership. When neglected for a prolonged
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Easing Customers’ Minds, Providing Solutions During Pandemic Creates New Business, Stronger Ties

In early March, we at ARLINGTON were gaining momentum heading into trade show season. We were planning direct mail promotions and upcoming dealer events, and beginning to see substantial growth in various segments of our toner business. Suddenly, the world as we knew it was
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Navigating Business in the Wake of COVID-19

The world changed dramatically in March 2020. As the full effect of COVID-19 became more clear worldwide, its impact was very different from one market to the next. Here in New York, businesses were shut down early and remained that way for a long period of time. Of course,
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