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Lumberyards vs Big Box Stores – A Strategy for Success
Lumber dealers reported sales growth in 2021 that outpaced big box stores, according to Construction Supply 150, the annual report by Webb Analytics. According to the report, pro-oriented [...]
Balancing Just-in-Time and Safety Stock to Maximize Resiliency and Profits
Does managing stock levels feel like a balancing act? Most lumberyards want to minimize expenses by limiting excess inventory, but also need to have enough safety stock to ensure that they [...]
How BPI can Help Lumberyards Respond Quickly and Grow Storm Damage Business
With the number of damaging storms increasing, it is becoming more difficult to compete with big-box stores to get contractor business. Economies of scale make it extremely difficult for l [...]
Lumberyards: Partner with BPI to Grow Storm Damage Business
Ready to Handle Demand after a Storm? This year has shown the importance of being prepared for damaging storms. The prevalence and severity of the storm season we experienced grew sales, b [...]
How BPI and GAF’s Collaboration Helps Lumberyards Build Storm Damage Business
BPI and GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, have teamed up to help dealers prepare for extreme weather damage and regional demand spikes for materials. BPI stocks the GAF ro [...]
How Lumber Dealers Can Increase Sales Through Effective Email Marketing
What do decking suppliers, tech companies, and retail operations have in common? Each type of business utilizes email marketing to cultivate lasting customer relationships. Building materi [...]