Manufacturing & Distribution Industry Resources

Presentations

How to Get Started with Process Improvement in the Office
A downloadable .pdf file of SVA's How to Get Started with Process Improvement in the Office webinar.
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Utilizing the process improvement tool "Kaizen" in the office environment
A downloadable .pdf file of SVA's Utilizing the process improvement tool "Kaizen" in the office environment webinar.
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Are you Playing Guessing Games
The article, “Are You Playing Guessing Games? The Value of Checking your Assumptions” was featured in the magazine’s March/April 2012 issue and focused on a case study where the company involved was committed to improving their inventory accuracy.
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Business Entity Selection Guide
Download this detailed guide to help evaluate the type of business you should form to start a new business, acquire a new business or expand the business.
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First Steps to Achieving Effective Inventory Control
Our goal is to help distributors reach their maximum business potential by delivering connected solutions designed to meet unique business processes through trusted partnerships and ongoing service. This report is designed to help forward-thinking distributors increase efficiency, customer service and profitability with smart inventory management strategies based on tried and proven methods and best practices.
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Inventory Management: Analyzing inventory to maximize profitability
It is unfortunate that management in many companies is convinced that the primary key to increasing corporate profitability is to encourage salespeople to increase sales and gross margins. This action is important, but not the only path to success. In fact, effectively managing your inventory investment can contribute as much or even more to your organization’s bottom line. You’ve got nothing to lose and a lot to gain by actively managing what is probably your largest asset.
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Tax Professionals: Making the Difference
Article written by SVA's Rene Schaefer for AICPA’s December issue of The Tax Advisor. Rene's article provides a common sense approach to client service as well as business development.
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American Production and Inventory Control Society - APICS

APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics.
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Manufacturing Service Association

The Manufacturing Services Association (MSA) is a nationwide network of independently owned accounting firms committed to providing high-quality financial and consulting services to manufacturing companies. Members are selected for their experience and ability to provide proactive solutions to the accounting needs of manufacturers.
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Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce - WMC

WMC is a business association dedicated to making Wisconsin the most competitive state in the nation. Currently, the association has nearly 4,000 members that include both large and small manufacturers, service companies, local chambers of commerce and specialized trade associations. Promoting a healthy business climate since 1911, it is a merger of the Wisconsin Manufacturers Association, the State Chamber of Commerce and the Wisconsin Council of Safety.
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