Tim's Blog:

 Our CEO's thoughts about the Industry

2011 Industry Sales Top $18.5 Billion

The numbers are in, and the results couldn’t be much better. ASI’s 2011 distributor sales research report shows total industry sales of $18.5 billion, up 6.2% from 2010. Sales have increased for eight straight quarters, with a 6.5% 2011 fourth-quarter sales increase reported – the highest since the first quarter of 2011. What this proves is that the industry rebound begun two years ago is real – and lasting. A majority of distributors feel optimistic about 2012 sales, which is another indication of continued growth.. More►

BELLwether Blog:

 Counselor senior editor Michele Bell's slanted view of the world

ASI Orlando: Big Crowds, Balmy Weather & Beaucoup Bon Temps!

Try not to drop your jaws like Nutcracker dolls, as I'm actually posting two blogs in one week! The last one regaled you with all the delicious details of the fabulous PSI Düsseldorf Show; this one is way closer to home -- ASI's Orlando Show, which was off-the-charts crazy busy and tons of fun. Read on to check out voluminous photos from the event...   More

Team Blog:

 Info, Updates and Insight about ASICentral.com

Combatting Price-Cutters

I’ve been one of the engineers of the ASI Radio Show for almost three years now and one of the most common questions we get during our call-in segment from our listeners is how to combat price-cutters.

A common problem for many, price-cutters can have an immediate effect on your margins, but, according to Marily Landis, CEO of Basic Business Concepts Inc., it’s important not to push the panic button. More