Even though it does its manufacturing in the U.S., Drum-Line has had to contend with raw materials shortages and other supply chain challenges. But that didn’t stop the Stuttgart, Arkansas-based supplier from providing top-notch service over the last year. And Drum-Line took some risks that paid off…
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SnugZ USA has had some advantages during the pandemic. The supplier makes and decorates many of its own items, helping it avoid delays associated with bringing in finished goods from overseas. It has a diverse product offering, allowing it to adapt to demand and build up stock in top-selling items. And, perhaps most importantly, it never stops innovating…
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It’s the holiday season, but we aren’t focusing only on holiday-themed promotional items. That would be a shame to overlook so many good products. So, while our halls may be decked, our minds are still on great products like Chipotle burrito gym bags, Mariah Carey McDonald’s merch and more…
Read MoreThere are two big obstacles standing in the way of jackets and outerwear sales: a changing market still rebounding from the pandemic, and a shaky supply chain that’s making product pricier and harder to find. Let’s take a look at both of those challenges and explore some ways to address them…
Read MoreThe new name, image and likeness rules in the NCAA, now commonly referred to as “NIL,” are giving student-athletes the chance to monetize themselves for the first time. A lot of the campaigns are from superstar football and basketball players looking to capitalize on the hype before they go pro, but a lot of other…
Read MoreWe’ve covered supply chain issues in detail, but until recently, they’ve mostly impacted promotional hard goods. The apparel supply chain tends to have more country diversification, insulating it from some of the issues facing hard goods, which are mostly made in China. That’s no longer the case…
Read MoreOver the last year, kitting has become all the rage, especially for companies and brands looking to reach at-home workforces or host virtual events. But as the pandemic subsides, what comes next for kitting—and where does it fit in the promo distributor’s toolkit moving forward?…
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Are you ready to be halfway through 2021? You know when you accidentally make your podcast play at 1.5 speed? That’s what life feels like right now. Let’s slow it down with this week’s edition of our five favorite promotional products, featuring Xbox 20th anniversary gear, some very flashy basketballs and more…
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We’ve watched BAMKO closely over the last year, as the distributor has been one of the promo industry’s biggest success stories during the pandemic. Now, the company’s full-year and Q4 results are in, giving us a complete picture of BAMKO’s sales and providing some valuable insights for the rest of the industry…
Read MoreIn January, Amazon quietly purchased Selz, a small Australian startup that, like Shopify, allows businesses to easily set up online stores. What exactly the company plans to do with Selz is still unclear, but we have some guesses—an obvious one, and a speculative one with branded merchandise implications…
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