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Online sales in a supply-challenged market

Online sales in a supply-challenged market

It may sound counterintuitive to announce your company’s service-level challenges to online customers up front, but it may in fact be the best route to maintaining customer satisfaction. It’s no secret that supply chain disruptions have had an impact on virtually...

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Bestbuy Distributors presents vendor awards

Bestbuy Distributors presents vendor awards

Bestbuy Distributors Limited presented its 2020 Vendor of the Year and four supplier Awards of Excellence. The awards were presented to recipients at a virtual ceremony on December 22, 2021. “These accolades are designed to officially celebrate our vendor community...

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Lordco Auto Parts opens fourth Alberta store

Lordco Auto Parts opens fourth Alberta store

British Columbia based Lordco Auto Parts is reinforcing its presence in Alberta with a new Edmonton store, its fourth in the province. With over 85 retail locations, two machine shops, and seven distribution centres, Lordco first came onto the Alberta scene in 2020...

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Ideal Supply acquires Parry Automotive

Ideal Supply acquires Parry Automotive

Ontario's Ideal Supply Inc. has announced the acquisition of Parry Automotive of Orillia, Ont. "We are very happy to welcome the experienced team at Parry into the Ideal family under the continued leadership of Steve Van Kessel," Howie Pruden, VP & General...

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How Your Storefront Tells Your Story

How Your Storefront Tells Your Story

By Paul Reed It always surprises me how many auto parts stores I see that have very plain-looking storefronts. Sure, you’re not exactly selling fashionable clothes or fancy sports gear. But having an attractive storefront is just as important as it is for any other...

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Wait! Before you head out . . .

Wait! Before you head out . . .

A professional driver understands the need to get deliveries on the road promptly, especially at the start of the day. But ensuring that your delivery vehicle is in good working order on a daily basis will ensure that the day goes smoothly, and that any maintenance...

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Stocking for a Rebounding Brake Market

Stocking for a Rebounding Brake Market

Understanding what inventory is most appropriate for your particular market is critically important, and past performance isn’t always a reliable predictor of current demand. By Martha Uniacke Breen As the demand for maintenance continues slowly to recover across...

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Uni-Select Inc. results up sharply for Third Quarter

Uni-Select Inc. results up sharply for Third Quarter

Uni-Select Inc. reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021, with revenues and profitability both up. “We are very pleased with our third-quarter results which reflect ongoing operational improvement and continued sequential recovery...

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