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PA – The Engineered Wood Association’s Research Center in Tacoma, Wa., has long been recognized as one of the leading wood research facilities in North America.

At some point or another, businesses find themselves evaluating potential software partners.

The world is changing faster than ever, and the built environment has the potential to play a critical role in climate change solutions.

This year, Orgill, Inc.—the world’s largest independent hardlines distributor—is celebrating its 175th anniversary, a milestone few companies reach and one typically associated with a smaller business that peaked decades earlier.

There’s no question that building materials, after the initial chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic, bounced back strong and has flourished over the last couple of years.

There are a lot of uninteresting and uninspired sales calls. Examples:

An automated marketplace for hardwood lumber has been launched that handles the entire transaction—from sourcing, quoting, order placement, and payment processing to shipping and delivery—with the click of a button.

“Spring” invokes thoughts of cleaning and refreshing. Given the changes over the last two years, this should apply not only to your windows and closets, but to your HR practices as well.

I listen to thousands of sales calls every year, and here are some of the subtle and not-so-subtle sales mistakes.

Trim is the finishing touch on the home exterior—while seemingly subtle, it can often make or break the façade’s overall aesthetic. But with so many options available, how can dealers help their customers, pros and consumers alike, find the ideal fit for their project? Here are a few strategies to consider.