Geiger, Lewiston, Maine, recently announced that it will receive Ventana Research’s 2014 Technology Leadership Award at an awards ceremony held Oct. 22, 2014 in Burlingame, Calif. Geiger will be recognized for outstanding technology achievement with the recent implementation of PIM technology. Dale Denham, chief information officer for Geiger, is also being recognized for his leadership in this project.
Read MoreISIS-branded Merchandise Still Available Online
Despite the efforts of Facebook, Amazon and other Internet giants, ISIS-branded merchandise keeps popping up for sale online. The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) reported that ISIS T-shirts, baseball caps, flags and other items were still available on Facebook, Amazon, Twitter and eBay as recently as September 17, just three months after a number of online vendors were shut down.
Read MoreWho Has the Best Price?
It’s a fair question despite all the arguments against it. Distributors ask it privately nearly every day, whether on a forum or by using an industry research tool. Clients do it too. So do suppliers. We should all get, and give, the best price from every transaction.
Read MorePlaying the Price Game: It’s a Choice. Choose Wisely
The Internet, the obvious low barrier to entry, unskilled salespeople, the economy—each of these drive price wars and ultimately erode profits. Additionally, these issues relinquish control over to the client thus giving the client ultimate control to manage and drive the process. However, it doesn’t need to be that way. Choose to be different!
Read MoreCrown Products Adds Two Regional Sales Managers
Crown Products, Mobile, Ala., hired Kari Rehder and Mark Goldring as regional sales managers.
Read MoreMeijer to Pay $2 Million Penalty for Distributing Recalled Products
A grocery/discount store chain with more than 200 locations in the Midwest has agreed to pay a $2 million civil penalty for distributing recalled products, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced last week. The CPSC alleged that Meijer, Grand Rapids, Mich., knowingly sold and distributed 12 different recalled products.
Read MoreBIC Graphic Increases britePix Availability
BIC Graphic, Clearwater, Fla., announced that britePix full-color imprints are available for more than 440 products, including 20 new items, such as the myCharge products, watches, nail care items keychains and awards.
Read MoreNHL Wants Another Pro League to Test Game Jersey Advertising First
NASCAR drivers have sponsors plastered all over their cars and their uniforms. Professional European soccer and hockey players are covered with ads as well. The NHL may not be next up, but is considering the option.
Read MoreJournalBooks Sends Children to Camp and Donates Journals
JournalBooks gave back to the community by sending local children to camp as well as donating journals to the Circle Camps programs and the local YMCA.
Read MorePM Video Battle: Proforma’s Ice Bucket Challenge Versus Bag Makers’ Totes!
It’s ice buckets versus tote bags in this week’s video battle.
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