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As we race toward the end of 2020 (most of us can't wait)- the reality that 2020 will have long reaching impact. Surprisingly, business is starting to boom which has created a unique set of issues.
In my industry, print and promotional products- we are seeing reduced inventories, even heavy stock outs as demand for what was generic products (black tees, black tumblers) has overwhelmed supply. A recent Wall Street Journal article titled "Why You Might Have Trouble Getting the Refrigerator, Can of Paint or Car You Want" share how consumers are buying heavier than normal creating a backlog of orders. Now maybe a good time to order what you think you will be needing by the holidays or into the 1st quarter.

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