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Steeves Agencies Supports Junior Achievement Manitoba! |
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This is our second year presenting the Dollars with Sense Program for Junior Achievement Manitoba and we’re proud to be a part of such a great program. Junior Achievement’s goal is to provide tools and information to students about managing money, investing and money management. Hopefully the information they pick up in these programs will help them secure a better financial future for themselves, and their families. For more information on the Junior Achievement program or to volunteer, visit their website at http://www.jamanitoba.org/. |
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Signs of hope for the Canadian Economy? |
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An article about Canada's economic forecast posted by Modern Distribution Management says that Canadian companies weathered the recession better than their counterparts in most of the other G7 countries. That’s good news… sort of. Many industries were hit hard by a seemingly immediate downturn in business. Order stopped coming in. Production levels were reduced, which forced plant shutdowns, labour force reductions, and severe cost-cutting measures at every level. Thankfully, those that acted quickly or those who saw this coming were able to avert the worst-case option. Many of us can look back and take some (maybe small) comfort from our past experience of economic recession and difficult times: we will emerge from this a stronger, more efficient company. We’ve had to re-think many of our processes, and rationalize several costs (no iPhone for me yet!) but in the end, we’re still here, and we’re able to continue serving our customers. We’re ready to respond at a moment’s notice whenever our customers need us. Steeves Agencies is 100% Canadian-owned family business, serving Original Equipment Manufacturers for over 30 years. Want to learn more about our company? We’d be happy to answer your questions and see if there’s a fit between our companies. Use our Contact Form to reach us anytime. |
Steeves Agencies Celebrates 30 Years in Business!
Way back in 1980, Steeves Agencies started as a small office in the basement of our house. While I was off to school, my dad would make the commute down the stairs (after a stop at the coffee maker) to the office and begin calling on manufacturers who might be interested in drive rivets, concrete anchors, nuts, bolts and screws. Back in the day, we didn't have a big staff or a huge warehouse, massive expense accounts or a complex hierarchy of management staff. The truth is, we still don't. But a lot has changed since then.
Over the past 3 decades, Steeves Agencies has evolved into a Distribution company that serves manufacturers across Western Canada with specialty hardware like Southco, Accuride, Larsen & Shaw, Adhesive Systems and much more. Our staff has grown a little (300% since day 1!), but our philosophy hasn't changed, which is to always strive for "knock your socks off" customer service.
Some things will never change though: We'll always go the extra mile to make sure your costs are accurate, and that you're getting the best service at the best price. When you call, we'll likely remember who you are and what you buy. We won't ask for your customer number because we'd rather call you by your real name. We'll continue to strive to be your favorite supplier, and we'll do our best to earn your business over and over again. See, it's all in the little things.
So if you're one of our customers, THANK YOU for your support over these past 30 years. We couldn't have done it without you! If we haven't met you yet, I hope you'll call us to find out how we can help you.
Sincerely,
Brian Steeves, President
Steeves Agencies Inc
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Glimmer of Hope for Canadian Manufacturers!
The Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters' Association (CME) published this article today about a proposal to exclude Canadian Manufacturers from the Buy American Legislation currently being discussed by the US Government. If you're a manufacturer and you're concerned about the impact the US Buy American legislation will have on your company, this is good news. At least, it's the best news for Canadians about Buy American we've seen in some time. |
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I found this positive blog entry in a Distribution Management newsletter, and I thought it was worth posting here.
August 19, 2009
According to One Institution, the Global Recession Is Over
By Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier
The global recession is over. At least that’s the word from the International Monetary Fund. According to the IMF’s chief economist Olivier Blanchard, recovery has begun. Blanchard tempered this announcement with caution: Recovery will be a long, slow path and a lot will need to be done to keep the economy heading in the right direction. And there likely will be bumps along the way.
Businesses are starting to notice a change in reports on the economy. In a recent interview with EDN, Avnet Electronics Marketing president Harley Feldberg said: “Clearly the bias and the color of the industry has turned positive. … No one wants to step out and announce happy days are here again. But clearly there are more positive bias then there were even 90 days ago. That sure is exciting. I'm now looking forward to seeing how we and the rest of our competitors come out of this and who comes out the strongest.”
That cautious optimism – the latest buzzword in reports about the economy – signifies a definite shift in how businesses are approaching business. More attention is being paid to the future rather than solely focusing on surviving the now.
And that’s a good shift. Planning is what allows companies to see opportunity and be ready to take advantage of those opportunities when they arise.
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