Change (May Newsletter)
/A long forgotten industry pundit once noted: “I am all for change, as long as it does not involve me!” Looking back over the trailing 24 months, its apparent that even those completely opposed to change are forced to capitulate. The roller coaster of denial, gave way to an amazing avalanche of sales, and now, somewhat post pandemic, we are settling in to see what the long term effects of the tumultuous change will bring. Our new work day will be re-defined. Our mode of transportation is being redefined. Our market channels are redefining themselves as we speak with the pendulum swing back towards quality retail. The classic employer/employee balance beam is tilted toward the employee. Will the “Great Resignation” stick? Is inflation here to stay? Will we find better domestic manufacturing or at least “local” manufacturing in near by Mexico? Will our end customer be able to continue to manage his/her day to include personal time for health and well being? The only certainty I see for the future is the simple fact that Genie of Change is out of the bottle, and its not going back. Where and what? No guess, but I can’t wait to see what’s coming!
SDSI Welcomes Bench Clearers as a New Member
Special welcome to Joe Carson and Andrew Henson, the Founders of Bench Clearers, an all season apparel company focused on Hockey. “It's started with a simple idea and a laptop. Four years later, we have an NHL license and are rolling. Glad to be the newest member., and look forward to connecting with everyone.” To check out more of Bench Clearers click here.
