I think we all agree that 2020 has been a year like no other. However, despite the obvious down-side, our work with BMF members, on both sides of the supply chain, has revealed the upside of an industry responding positively to unprecedented change.
It’s clear that C19 has rocketed building and construction into the 21st century and the changes we’re seeing will accelerate the sector into a new era of opportunity. Underpinning this successful transition will be the relationship between the merchant and the product manufacturer.
‘Merchants and Manufacturers – insights from leaders’, our recent research report produced in partnership with the BMF, highlights how and why the supply chain is looking to work even more closely together. It sets a clear agenda for change, based on a shared appetite to collaborate, share data and look at how to do things differently and better – together.
John Newcomb CEO, BMF says “We’d like to thank all our contributing BMF members for their input into the report. It reveals some important key themes, all pointing to a supply chain working closely together, adapting fast and preparing for a strong recovery”.
CMDi and the BMF are interested in hearing your views about how to accelerate change faster through collaboration – please email dlucas@cmdi.co.uk.