I have just reviewed a “must read” article from the “Restoration & Remediation” trade journal, written by Walter Lumpp, titled “What the Looming Consolidation Means to Restoration Contractors”
Mr Lumpps’ observations are insightful and will give you some serious issues to consider as you consider your business future! Here are a few excerpts as he speaks regarding the “Wal-Mart effect”. . .
- “Because Wal-Mart has unmatched buying power, it can dictate to suppliers what price it will pay for their products”…
- “Global competition that could drastically alter the way you and I do business is entering our industry”
- “Major insurers are reportedly joining forces with Crawford through pilot programs”…
For the full article and another to follow, use this link . . . http://tinyurl.com/tip1202a
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Walter Lumpp
Walter Lumpp is executive director of the National Institute of Restoration, the nation’s premier association of building professionals dedicated to the repair, cleaning and restoration of property damaged by fire, wind, water or other disasters. For more information, call (434) 973-4200.
