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Eight ways to weather a supply storm

05 Jan 2023 - by -
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distributor or your customers, having open, clear communication about supply-chain issues is the best way to survive the storm.“When you’re communicating well with everyone, you’re establishing trust.“Your distributors trust that you’re a client they’ll want to continue working with after the storm has passed. Your customers will trust that you’re being forthright with them in your offering. Clear, consistent and accurate communication is essential regarding supply-chain issues, regardless of how turbulent something seems.” When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be... Uhm, no, no and NO! Research has consistently shown that companies that tackle a crisis head-on are usually companies that triumph in times of crisis, but it takes a team of tough-minded, f leet-footed, fast-thinking decision-makers and takers.Jared Atchison of WPForms says: “Streamline your communication efforts at every part of the chain.“Whether it’s with your distributor or your customers, having open, clear communication about supply-chain issues is the best way to survive the storm.“When you’re communicating well with everyone, you’re establishing trust. Your distributors trust that you’re a client they’ll want to continue working with after the storm has passed.“Your customers will trust that you’re being forthright with them in your offering. Clear, consistent and accurate communication is essential regarding supply-chain issues, regardless of how turbulent something seems.”

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