May 29, 2023

Proper Tools for the Job: OEMs Offer Glimpse into Vertical-Specific Solutions

Any concerted venture into a vertical market by dealers and resellers would be incomplete without showcasing an array of products and solutions that can adequately address those markets on a granular level or, in some cases, a broader perspective. Some of the following solutions
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Aren’t Times Always Challenging? Cornerstones of Success for Technology Solution Providers

Technology solution providers are some of the most resilient businesses I know. Their leaders braved the gale-force winds of supply chain issues, hiring challenges, inflation pressures and today’s economic uncertainty. But let’s think about it—when has business been easy? Hasn’t
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Products on Parade: Sharp’s Mike Marusic Provides Blueprint for Success in Las Vegas

One could say that Mike Marusic, the president and CEO of Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, revealed a devious side of himself during June’s national dealer meeting (NDM) at the Wynn Las Vegas. Yet, he expressed amazement that the company’s top-secret plans to
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Texas Tough: DOCUmation Emerges from Trials Stronger and Bolder

Prosperity has visited San Antonio-based DOCUmation in a big way. At a time when many dealers across the nation are only now reaching or exceeding their pre-pandemic revenue and profit levels, this multi-line dealership—quarterbacked by brothers (and co-presidents) Preston and
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Relationship-Building: Vertical Strategies Enable Office Dealers to Dominate Market Niches

This month’s State of the Industry report takes on the issue of vertical markets and how dealers are able to leverage their segment knowledge, technology proficiency, software and manufacturer expertise to craft a product and solution package that can best serve the particular
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