Author: Anita Hummel
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What Color Is Expresso Furniture?
When you buy furniture, they may tell you that your furniture is an expresso color. To some people, it may look black, and to others, brown. The expresso color in the furniture is a black-brown color, with some red and gold highlights showing through the color. The expresso color furniture can look more like brown…
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High Point Furniture Market, Insider Tips And Guide
I recently returned from the High Point Furniture Market after a 2 years absence. While I was on the plane, a woman next to me asked if I had any tips for her for the market as she was attending the market for the first time. I have attended the High Point Furniture Market twice…
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Is PVD Metal Coating Durable?
If you are looking at PVD metal, one of the things that many people want to know is how durable PVD coating is. PVD metal coatings are very durable. The PVD coating on metals is corrosion, rust, and scratch-resistant. PVD coating is so durable that it is an excellent choice for many products. PVD Metal…
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What Is The Difference Between Melmac And Melamine?
It was probably melamine or Melmac ware if you have ever eaten on a reusable plastic plate. There can be confusion about the difference between Melamine ware and Melmac ware. Melmac is the brand name of the melamine ware plates produced by the American Cyanamid Corporation. Most Melmac plates are vintage ones made in the…
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Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing, Differences Explained
One of the challenges for anyone in the global supply chain is understanding the differences between purchasing and strategic sourcing. The two can seem similar, but there are some differences. Purchasing is usually focused on just the price and not all the aspects of the supply chains, as bringing in a supplier they can work…
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Strategic Sourcing – The Seven Major Steps Easily Explained
In today’s competitive environment, many professionals are looking at how to add value to their supply chain. Everyone wants to optimize costs while getting the highest quality product at the same time. There are seven significant steps in strategic sourcing, and each phase is designed to help you make the best strategic sourcing decision possible.…