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In this series, fabricators share their experience of moving from analog shop management to digital.
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8 Wastes for Countertop Fabricators to Cut for Better Efficiency
We've been diving deep into lean manufacturing for countertop fabricators over the last few weeks. And because lean manufacturing is all about boosting efficiency with an emphasis on cutting waste, that's what this whole post is dedicated to! Think of manufacturing...
Understanding the Five Principles of Lean Manufacturing for Countertop Fabricators
Over time, it’s not uncommon to find your processes becoming stagnant. It’s the equivalent of sitting around, being lazy, eating potato chips, and watching too much TV. When your fabrication operation gets a bit too comfortable, it doesn’t take long for your processes...
What is Lean Manufacturing, and Why Should Countertop Fabricators Care?
Have you ever thought about how you can maximize productivity and minimize waste? Of course you have! That’s how you create a profitable countertop fabrication business. However, what you might not know is that lean manufacturing is actually a tried-and-true...
How Setting Expectations Will Save Your Countertop Company Money
You already spend enough money keeping your countertop company afloat. Wouldn’t it be nice to actually save a dollar or two for once? While you might see tips about creating more efficient processes or lowering your material costs, there’s one easy(ish) way to save...
Scheduling Tricks to Save You Time
There never seems to be enough time in the day. It’s true for our personal lives, and for countertop fabricators, it’s especially true in the office. Luckily, with some fancy scheduling, you can save some time here and there throughout the day. It might not seem like...
5 Best Practices for Training New Employees on Existing Processes and Systems
As if finding help wasn’t hard enough for busy fabricators, once you find the employees you need, you have to train them! While it might take time out of your very busy schedule, training is a vital part of keeping your business running smoothly and efficiently. ...
Paying Your Team Based on Performance Instead of Time
Most fabricators pay hourly rates and it works out very well! But what if you've been considering an alternative way to incentivize your employees and increase efficiency? Here we'll discuss the less common method of paying your employees based on performance rather...
It’s Time to Hire a Data Person for Your Countertop Shop
Not another person to hire! This one is different, I promise. To fully understand how your business is performing—whether it is weekly sales, material usage, or employee efficiency—analyzing the data is incredibly crucial for success. If you don’t know where...
3 Ways Countertop Fabricators Can Save Money in Their Business
Money! There never seems to be enough of it, right? Just when you think you’re in the black, someone drops another slab or a customer complains about a job and you have to rework it for free. Now you’re actually paying to install countertops instead of getting paid....
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StoneTalk Episode 44 – Evan Kruger
In StoneTalk Episode 44, Patrick speaks with Evan Kruger of Solid Tops. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The importance of differentiating your business The difference between big box stores and selling direct to customers The value of focusing your...
StoneTalk Episode 43 – Rich Katzmann
In StoneTalk Episode 43, Patrick speaks with Rich Katzmann of Laser Products. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The importance of having passion for your work The value of combining creativity and business sense How to connect the dots in the digital...
StoneTalk Episode 42 – Scott Lardner
In StoneTalk Episode 42, Patrick speaks with Scott Lardner of Rocky Mountain Stone. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The joy of working with family How to succeed in an area where the population is spread out When it can be useful to downsize The importance...
StoneTalk Episode 41 – Ryan Olson & Dan O’Keefe
In StoneTalk Episode 41, Patrick speaks with Ryan Olson & Dan O'Keefe of Job Well Done. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The value of helping field workers get targeted information Making it easier to take before/after photos Getting electronic...
StoneTalk Episode 40 – Jon Lancto
In StoneTalk Episode 40, Patrick speaks with Jon Lancto of Artisan Group and MIA. Listen to this episode to learn more about: Sharing best practices and buying power across companies The trend toward paperless A simple way to reconcile inventory Ever increasing...
StoneTalk Episode 39 – Mike Schlough and Rob Bromley
In StoneTalk Episode 39, Patrick speaks with Mike Schlough (Co-President) and Rob Bromley (Sales Consultant) of Park Industries. We're big fans of Park's "digital expos" - so be sure to attend one if you get the chance. Listen to this episode to learn more about: What...
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