Archive for the Forklift Category
Lift & Tilt Podcast – Episode 008 : Recruitment & Hiring Post Covid
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Date: 7/10/20
Host: Kurt Guntner
Overview: Kurt and special guest discuss what recruiting, hiring, and retainment will look like post COVID and why your business should start thinking about it now – while sipping Prisoner wine.
Recruiting & Hiring Post COVID
1) Job Market
The job market has changed – there is a much larger talent pool and many candidates from other industries that might have transferable skills.
2) Short vs Long Term Needs
Balancing short term needs with the changing demands of long term shifts in need for skilled labor, tech savvy candidates for automation, and retainment.
3) Redefine Candidate Quality
Prioritize candidate quality, person-organization and job fit to ensure long-term success. There is a large talent pool – be picky.
4) Promote Job Growth & Security
Remember to focus on promoting long-term job security and opportunities for growth. That’s the number one thing job seekers will be looking for in times of economic downturn.
5) Build Your Brand
Mark Cuban, a well-known entrepreneur, said it best: how companies treat their employees during the COVID-19 pandemic will likely define their brand for decades to come.
Source Articles:
Harver | Hiring in the Post-COVID-19 Era
https://harver.com/blog/hiring-in-the-post-covid-19-era/
Wine:
The Prisoner
https://www.theprisonerwinecompany.com/The-Prisoner
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
Jun08
Lift & Tilt Podcast – Episode 007 : Trust & Team Dynamics Amongst Controversy
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Date: 6/8/20
Host: Kurt Guntner
Overview: Kurt discusses the importance of trust in business teams and how issues like COVID-19 response, social injustice, and media censorship are sowing discord within our organizations.
Trust & Psychological Safety
1) Psychological Safety
Trust is being able to predict that you won’t embarrass, punish, or humiliate me in a social setting.
2) Questioning
When trust is developed, I feel safe to ask questions about tasks, instructions, or projects without fear of retribution. This leads to greater efficiency and effectiveness when completing tasks.
3) Goodwill
If trust is developed, and goodwill is formed, I can give others the benefit of the doubt about a questionable statement or action.
4) Decision Making
The ability to innovate and quickly make business decisions is based on trust. My boss and colleagues, trust and value my capability and opinion. Therefore there is less time involved in verifying my work, thoughts, or opinions – and projects move forward more quickly.
5) Morale
When we trust that our leaders, colleagues, or organization have our best interest at heart – the work place is a place of enjoyment and provide a sense of accomplishment. When doubt and distrust arise, we dread heading into the office.
Source Articles:
Forbes Magazine | 5 Reasons Why Trust Matters On Teams
https://www.forbes.com/sites/danabrownlee/2019/10/20/5-reasons-why-trust-matters-on-teams/#40e3f7a02d60
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
May13
on all New Toyota Forklift & Warehouse Equipment Leases
Offer Details
» Available on all counterbalanced forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and electric pallet jacks
» Valid on units ordered before August 31, 2020
» Eligible terms include:
- 29-36 months
- 41-48 months
- 53-56 months
- 65-68 months
Additional months added to the beginning of the contract, lengthening the contract period
*No Payments Until 2021 Sales Event ends August 31, 2020. Offer valid on eligible contract lengths only. All offers subject to TICF credit approval. Annual operation must be under 2,000 hours. Leases agreed upon prior to August 31, 2020 and funded on or after September 1, 2020 will have a maximum of four months no payment added to the beginning of the contract with altered eligible term structures. Customers leasing electric forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, or pallet jacks may select special lease rates between 0% and 3.9% increasing with length contract term. Selecting special lease rates will disqualify from no payment contract months.
See authorized Toyota dealer for more details.
PROGRAM TERMS & CONDITIONS:
- No payments until 2021 or 4 months deferred payments on all ITA Class 1-5 Toyota models (whichever is longer).
- National Accounts and GSA do not qualify. LDNA and NPP do qualify.
- Deferral addendum must be completed and signed by the customer and submitted with lease documents.
- Flex lease and loans are not eligible for the 4 months deferred or no payments until 2021 programs (including
- Conquest). Deferred payments applies to leases only and includes $1 and $101 option leases.
- If the unit is funded on or after 9/1/2020, then a maximum of 4 months will be added to the beginning of the
- contract.
- Toyota Commercial Finance (TICF) will add additional months of $0 payments at the beginning of the contract,
- lengthening the contract term.
- Example: 36 month lease contract + deferred payments.
- New-Toyota lease rates apply. Conquest rates will apply to qualifying new customers. Rate mark-ups are not
- eligible with this program.
- Subject to TICF credit approval.
- Retail orders must be placed with TMH within 10 days of credit approval and may not exceed the standard TMH
- factory lead time and availability period.
- TICF must receive completed contracts, suitable for funding, no later than 5 months from credit approval date.
- Contracts must be funded within 30 days of delivery to the dealer. In-stock inventory must be funded within 30
- days of delivery to the customer.
- Units that qualify will receive a 2.5% residual increase for Full Maintenance.
- Dealer or customer will be responsible for full maintenance fees during the four months deferral period.
- This program cannot be combined with the zero percent plus offer.
- Standard published TICF residuals apply.
May06
MARIOTTI USA ADDS DEALER IN TEXAS
Lift Truck Supply, Inc. will now offer Mariotti’s compact forklift solutions as part of their product lineup.
Mariotti USA, distributor of V.Mariotti products in North America, has gained another licensed dealer. Lift Truck Supply, Inc. located in the state of Texas has been a growing and respected company in the industry since 1982.
“The addition of Mariotti compact forklifts expands Lift Truck Supply’s lineup of quality lift equipment to serve customers with unique material handling requirements. We strive to always provide a range of quality products to meet a variety of applications and Mariotti fills the need for a highly-maneuverable lift for tight spaces,” said Lift Truck Supply’s General Manager, Jimmy Head.
V.Mariotti forklift solutions have been sold to a wide variety of industries in North America since 1998. Mariotti USA was formed in 2016 when the United States and Canada consolidated into a single distributorship. Mariotti USA partners with the factory, V.Mariotti of Turin, Italy to develop a network of exclusive dealers throughout North America.
“Mariotti warmly welcomes Lift Truck Supply to our network of successful material handling dealers. This new partnership will help us continue to serve our current customers while also introducing our unique products to new customers. Their commitment to excellence makes them a natural fit with our brand and products,” said Mariotti Business Development Manager Peter Hinrichs.
Lift Truck Supply, Inc. has been providing East and Central Texas with quality forklift and warehouse solutions for nearly forty years. With locations in Tyler, Temple, Texarkana and a mobile service presence covering 52 counties, Lift Truck Supply is a full service dealership with rentals, parts, service and a full line of warehouse solutions.
Apr24
Lift & Tilt Podcast – Episode 006 : COVID-19 | Supply Chain and the Future – Part II
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Date: 4/24/20
Host: Kurt Guntner & Special Guest
Overview: In part II of our podcast, Kurt and special guest enjoy a margarita while discussing post pandemics plans for businesses that are welcoming employees back or simply trying to navigate the unchartered waters of business with COVID-19.
Topics Discussed
1) Risk Management
With employees facing new threats in the work place, liability of businesses is being challenged in wrongful death suits and claims of hazardous work environments. Making plans to keep your employees safe and mitigate risk is at the forefront of business management teams across the globe.
2) Technology
Anti-microbial materials, voice activated automation, UV lights, and industrial grade air purifications systems are at the forefront of post pandemic technology upgrades.
3) Disruption Mindset
The pandemic has altered business as many of us know it for the foreseeable future. Developing a mindset that acknowledges change is constant is key to being nimbler and more agile than your competitors.
Source Articles:
Inc. Magazine | Why You Need a Post-Pandemic Plan
https://www.inc.com/lindsay-blakely/coronavirus-reduce-legal-liability-post-pandemic.html
Harvard Business Review | Preparing Your Business for a Post Pandemic World
https://hbr.org/2020/04/preparing-your-business-for-a-post-pandemic-world
Forbes | How to Fortify Your Supply Chain in an Era of Escalating Disruption
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2020/04/09/how-to-fortify-your-supply-chain-in-an-era-of-escalating-disruption
The Brew & Tasting Notes:
Chuy’s Signature Margarita
“All Margaritas and Martinis are made with our fresh lime juice, squeezed every day in-house. All Margaritas and Martinis are made with our fresh lime juice, squeezed every day in-house. salt and jalapeño-stuffed olives”
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
Apr24
Lift & Tilt Podcast – “Short Pour” Bonus Episode : Alcohol Supply Chain Disruption
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Date: 4/24/20
Host: Kurt Guntner
Overview: Kurt and special guest discuss COVID-19’s disruption of alcohol supply chain with shortages of CO2 and the burgeoning alcohol delivery service Drizly.
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
Apr06
Lift & Tilt Podcast – Episode 005 : COVID-19 | Supply Chain and the Future – Part I
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Date: 4/6/20
Host: Kurt Guntner & Special Guest
Overview: Kurt and special guest sip Deep Eddy’s Lemon Vodka mixed with Topo Chico while discussing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the supply chain and how the future of the industry may be changed moving forward.
Topics Discussed
1) Risk Management
Risk management and business continuity have been disrupted due to COVID-19 and will continue to dramatically change with focus on flexible work arrangements, sanitation protocols, vendor redundancies, just-in-time inventory adjustments, and crisis management teams/task forces.
2) Technology
COVID-19 will increase the deployment and adoption of technology to better automate and mitigate a labor force separated by social distancing. Data security protocols and vulnerabilities in a remote workforce will continue to be topics of discussion for organizations moving forward.
3) Market Place
The pandemic has the potential to rewrite the competitive landscape of organizations regionally as well as globally. Business continuity due to affects on the vendor supply chain and labor force will likely cause consolidation in many markets, shifts in sales seasonality, and government regulations of many industries.
Source Articles:
Supply Chain Digital | How Supply Chains can Mitigate Coronavirus Impact
https://www.supplychaindigital.com/supply-chain-management/gartner-how-supply-chains-can-mitigate-coronavirus-impact
Harvard Business Review | How Coronavirus Could Impact Supply Chain by Mid March
https://hbr.org/2020/02/how-coronavirus-could-impact-the-global-supply-chain-by-mid-march
Yahoo News | China Wants to use Coronavirus to take over the World
https://www.yahoo.com/news/china-wants-coronavirus-over-world-103022425.html
The Brew & Tasting Notes:
Deep Eddy’s Vodka – Lemon Vodka
Topo Chico – Mineral Water
“Made with real lemon juice and silky smooth Deep Eddy Original Vodka and lightly sweetened with real cane sugar, Deep Eddy Lemon is like a ray of Texas Sunshine, bringing people together for good times.”
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
Mar18
COVID-19 is having an unprecedented impact on our lives, businesses, and on supply chains.
Lift Truck Supply (LTS) is actively taking steps to keep our customers and our people safe, while continuing to support our customer’s equipment maintenance needs.
LTS is following the guidance of global health experts at the World Health Organization (WHO) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus. We are reminding our employees about frequent hand washing, and we are regularly cleaning and disinfecting our facilities, and equipment. Importantly, we are asking that our sales representatives, service technicians, and other employees stay home from work if they feel sick.
Many organizations are quarantining their facilities, but need maintenance or repairs for equipment to maintain production. Below we’re outlining some of the processes we’ve recently implemented to keep your staff and our employees safe; as well as ensure continued access to our products and services.
- Compliance with all government regulations and health safety and guidelines related to the containment of Coronavirus
- 14 days isolation for any employee who has been out of the country
- All technicians are provided with a CDC approved bleach solution to spray & wipe before and after servicing equipment (1/3 cup bleach per gallon of water – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/cleaning-disinfection.html)
- Weekly updates from suppliers regarding potential supply chain interruption
- Careful guidance and information being provided to our staff to review the best ways to prevent the spread of infection, based on guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These include:
- Cleaning your hands often. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Cover coughs and sneezes.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home if you are sick, unless you seek medical care.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
- If an LTS employee experiences symptoms such as fever or respiratory infection, they are required to seek medical treatment immediately.
As this situation is evolving rapidly, we will alert you via email with information regarding any changes to our service.
Our teams are working hard to continue to serve the supply chain needs of businesses during this time, while keeping our employees and customers safe.
Thank you for trusting us with your business.
LTS Technician Disinfectant Procedures Demo Video
Travel Exemption & Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce Documentation
Mar16
Lift & Tilt Podcast – “Short Pour” Bonus Episode : Marijuana Legalization Ruins Floral Supply Chain
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Date: 3/16/20
Host: Robert Dennard & Kurt Guntner
Overview: Robert and Kurt share the story of Christina Stembel of Farmgirl Flowers, and how California’s legalization of recreational cannabis destroyed her supply chain.
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
Mar16
Lift & Tilt Podcast – Episode 004 : Effects of the E-com Era on Supply Chains
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Date: 3/16/20
Host: Robert Dennard & Kurt Guntner
Overview: Robert and Kurt sample a citrus wheat beer from Community Beer Co. in Dallas, while discussing how the digital revolution is changing warehouses, distribution centers, and logistics. Supply chain processes, software, robotics, automation, real-estate, and personnel are being transformed to better meet customer demands as well as create greater efficiencies for organizations.
Topics Discussed
1) Doing More with Less
From going vertical with racking to increase storage capacity and open more floor space to employing artificial intelligence or machine learning software to increase efficiency of order fulfillment and inventory turn, e-commerce has forced companies to look for novel ways of efficiency.
2) Sustainable Solutions
The ability to reuse, recycle, or reclaim materials to minimize costs and appeal to eco-conscious buyers serves not only as a marketing function but creates margin in an ever increasingly competitive environment that is slashing profits.
3) Digital Development
Advanced inventory systems are using sophisticated algorithms to provide predictive insights into inventory movement. Paired with company websites, these inventory systems can analyze site traffic and predict SKU level demand spikes to reduce out of stock items.
4) Personnel
With increased reliance on sophisticated systems, robotics, and predictive forecasting, the need for more knowledge based personnel will continue to increase.
5) Real Estate and Geographics
As consumer demand for instant gratification continues to increase the ability to offer shorter delivery times at a lower cost has forced the need for more distribution centers strategically located to serve metro areas. In turn, real estate is at a premium for warehousing.
Source Articles:
Forbes | Logistics in the E-commerce Era
https://www.forbes.com/sites/betsyatkins/2019/05/06/logistics-in-the-e-commerce-era/#5814ae58574d
The Brew & Tasting Notes:
Community Beer Co. – Witbier
“Brewed traditionally using unmalted wheat as a base and lightly spice the kettle with freshly ground sweet and bitter orange peel and coriander seed. The hops are minimal, keeping the focus on the wheat, spices and the unique character contributed by authentic Belgian yeast strains, one of which originated from the same strain that Pierre brought across the Atlantic to America.”
Original Gravity: 12.8
Bitterness: 18 IBU
Alcohol Content (ABV): 5.2%
Produced by LTS Studios, an in-house division of Lift Truck Supply, Inc. – a full-line provider of Toyota forklift equipment, service, parts and rentals. LTS – Your Forklift Accessory & Parts Headquarters
Jul10