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Solutions Beyond the Product

arnett has been a proud partner with SGI for over 18 billable hours. Managing your inventory via Truck Stock
Byears and committed to serving the professional con- Replenishment, Pre-Positioned Inventory, and Vendor
tractor for nearly 60 years. From selecting the right prod- Managed Inventory will provide specific solutions for
ucts to inventory replenishment of your service trucks, we your business. Truck Stock Replenishment allows for just-
know that managing your inventory is an essential part in-time replenishment at the truck level. Pre-Positioned
of your professional contracting business. These decisions Inventory allows you to carry items in your warehouse for
play an important role in the profitability of your business, immediate use without the expense. Vendor Managed In-
and the right decisions can maximize your growth poten- ventory, our premier supply chain management program,
tial and take your business to the next level. As a national is where we manage inventory on-site. We continually
distributor of more than 100,000 plumbing, electrical, and work to enhance these programs so that they remain effec-
HVAC products, our team understands the complexity of tive within your business. The Barnett team provides sup-
inventory and how it relates to your bottom line. We built ply chain evaluations to include inventory management
a collection of inventory solutions called StockWise™ and replenishment recommendations for your Plumbing,
to provide the professional service contractor with tools HVAC, and Electrical contractor service business.
to organize, manage, and replenish inventory. Not every Technology plays an important role in our dedication
business is the same, which is why our solutions are cus-
tomizable to meet the needs of each business owner and to providing best in class solutions for inventory replen-
ishment. Our newest and one-of-a-kind solution, Supply-
solve their challenging issues. Barnett introduced invento- ®
ry solutions nearly 15 years ago, and service contractors ware , is a cloud-based solution that can be accessed any-
continue to utilize these solutions today. time and anywhere via the internet. Barnett’s Supplyware
Inventory management is the key to increasing profit- provides extreme flexibility, availability, scalability, secu-
ability. When it comes to inventory, many ask, “Where do rity, and convenience. Supplyware was created to stream-
I begin?” Our answer is a truck stock replenishment list line your supply chain. It requires no software installation
because it is the foundation to a successful inventory re- and it can be used with smartphones or tablets. Barnett’s
plenishment system. We cannot measure our profitability Supply Chain Support Team will work one-on-one with
if we are unable to define our needs and expectations as you to ensure smooth implementation of your Supplyware
they relate to inventory. Organization is often the largest program. Advancements in technology allow Barnett to
challenge the service contractor will face, but Barnett’s continue to lead the industry in customized inventory
ability to support product identification and help deter- solutions.
mine an ideal truck stock replenishment list creates a less Our Barnett App and Mobile Scan-to-Order allow
daunting task for the business owner. In an effort to main- you to quickly order items by scanning product barcodes
tain that level of organization, we also provide bin labels. without specialized equipment. We make it easy to stay
Keep in mind, creating a truck stock replenishment list connected wherever you go. At Barnett, we understand
is not a one-time task. As the needs and wants of your that the growth of your company depends on the right
customers evolve based on new legislation, design trends, business tools; therefore, we provide resources to further
and/or newly launched, innovative products, so will the your success. These tools increase the profitability of your
specifics of your inventory. Whether you choose prod- business by streamlining everyday tasks. We offer market-
ucts from world-class manufacturers or exclusive brand ing tools like customized promotional templates and oper-
products, count on Barnett to distribute and recommend ational tools like custom catalogs for your technicians, bin
durable and innovative products that you can install with labels for your shop, and electronic invoicing and real-time
confidence. The method in which inventory is managed account information on our website.
and replenished correlates directly to the profitability of Inventory can be overwhelming and managing it can be
a business because it affects technicians, accounting, op- even more tedious, which is why Barnett is committed to
erations, and sales. Are you reducing stops to the supply providing nearly everything you need to drive sales and
house, decreasing inventory on hand, and increasing sales increase productivity. Our vast product selection, unique
calls? Do you know how much inventory shrinkage is “hid- inventory solutions, Stockwise, and customized tools keep
den” in your business? The Barnett team is proficient with your professional contracting business in a position for
inventory solutions and can provide a method to replen- profitable growth. Make inventory your priority: organize,
ish inventory, thereby improving profitability, reducing manage, and replenish.
inventory costs, and decreasing inventory shrinkage for Please contact Ryan Fidgeon at ryan.fidgeon@ebarnett.
businesses of all sizes. Savings are enjoyed through prod-
uct standardization, vendor consolidation, and increased com or 904-535-8510 for more information.

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