After the original leap of faith, the process of establishing an integrated supply system has moved steadily forward. As hoped, it has become a win-win proposition for both parties.
"We've seen that we're able to really cut down on the waste and make their lines more efficient, especially in their use of things like sandpaper," points out Kentec president George Morgan. "Through the combination of Kentec's controls and their leaner manufacturing approach, there have been few product or tool-related problems and higher levels of quality control. Each leads to increased efficiency on the line, which leads to increased customer satisfaction and, ultimately, additional sales and profits.
"From our point of view, having the 20,000-square-foot facility in Douglas has given us additional opportunities in that region as well. We've all come a long way since we started selling MarCraft staples and nails for its packing crates," he concludes.
