Back in the heyday, integrators didn’t blink an eye about inventory collecting dust in their back rooms. They might need it for a replacement unit or to cannibalize it for service parts. No more.
The days of carrying any inventory beyond basic needs are over, according to distributors. In this economy, custom installation companies are relying more heavily on their distribution partners to carry the inventory burden, extend credit terms and still be able to deliver products on a moment’s notice.
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