The memorandum of understanding will streamline evaluation processes for U.S. and Italian manufacturers, save time and money, and reduce barriers to trade.

No matter how efficiently you do things if it is not valuable, there is no use doing it. I prefer, “Doing the right things, then doing things right!”

What I really dislike about the first few weeks of the new year is that everywhere you turn — from the front page of the newspaper to the business magazines to the financial channels on cable — you’ll probably be subjected to some wide-eyed “market expert” spouting ridiculous stock market predictions for the coming year.

In our previous installment, we reviewed the salesforce analysis completed by CEO Gordie McGrath on Sioux Falls’ outside sales effort.

There are a few issues to address about retail trends in 2019.

So here we are at the start of the new year. While some of you might be optimistic about your potential, I suspect a few of you feel remorse over unrealized goals and aspirations.

It’s not the product or service but the story behind the product or service that wins.

Sioux Chief is a family-owned American company that designs and manufactures rough plumbing products, parts and accessories for residential, and commercial applications.

As we begin another year, let’s look at the leading economic indicators that have influenced the wholesale trade in 2018 and will continue in 2019. 

Those of you who had a good 2018 may believe you can simply rest on your laurels. Don’t sit counting your past accomplishments, start earning your next award.