Full Version: ARA Directory Poll
From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#12]
22 Jan 2007
To: LaZerDude (C_BURKE) [#7] 22 Jan 2007
Chuck,
I guess another positive to web-based directories is the fact that you have the information with you wherever you have computer access.
http://www.expressionsengraved.com
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From: LaZerDude (C_BURKE) [#13]
22 Jan 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#8] 22 Jan 2007
Jeanette,
Thanks for finding out that information. As I mentioned in my post to David T, for product/service information I think an online directory is the only way to go. However for magazines etc, I still prefer the printed version.
On another not, could you either pm or email me Dr. Dave's email?
Thanks
From: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#14]
22 Jan 2007
To: LaZerDude (C_BURKE) [#13] 22 Jan 2007
His email is dbergeson at
connect2amc.com
From: LaZerDude (C_BURKE) [#15]
22 Jan 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#14] 22 Jan 2007
From: Cody (BOBTNAILER) [#16]
22 Jan 2007
To: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#12] 22 Jan 2007
That's great, as long as your DSL service doesn't go up and down constantly (like mine has this last week). :@
I wasn't totally AGAINST an online version to begin with, but Dave's explanation sounds really good!
The other side to the coin is that we still have previous years' directories for those times that the online version isn't practical. It won't be as current, but most of the information will still be accurate.
The more I think about this, the better it sounds to me. Heck, I just might get excited about it!
From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#17]
22 Jan 2007
To: Cody (BOBTNAILER) [#16] 23 Jan 2007
Dare I ask if you have Verizon? http://www.expressionsengraved.com
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From: Doc (GREAT_ATLANTIC) [#18]
23 Jan 2007
To: ALL
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From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#19]
23 Jan 2007
To: Doc (GREAT_ATLANTIC) [#18] 24 Jan 2007
Jim,
I'm reserving judgement. I am curious to know if they outsourced this project, or hired additional staff to maintain the ongoing project.
http://www.expressionsengraved.com
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From: Cody (BOBTNAILER) [#20]
23 Jan 2007
To: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#17] 23 Jan 2007
From: logojohn [#21]
23 Jan 2007
To: ALL
I have to admit, I have grabbed the printed catalog and most of the time it wasn't much help. A few times it listed a supplier we had an account with that I didn't realize carried certain items so it did help.
If the website is designed well and returns pictures with relevant content, it would be a useful tool and I would likely use it more than the catalog.
When looking for a product from individual suppliers, usually I find it faster to flip through catalogs. Most web sites only show a few products per page and it takes a long time to find things even if you know what you want. I do prefer to order online especially if the site saves your favorites, previous orders or can check stock levels instantly.
We have a computer dedicated only to the online ASI search. It is very useful system. I don't sell the ASI things but they ASI sales people found it necessary to still keep about a half dozen file cabinets stuffed full of printed catalogs.
They contact the most used vendors and order new catalogs every year and they bring in help for several days to purge the old ones and refile the new ones.
From: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#22]
16 Apr 2007
To: ALL
Haven't had a chance to figure out what the problem is yet.
From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#23]
16 Apr 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#22] 17 Apr 2007
Jeanette,
My regular password worked for me. Did you enter the leading zeros, or is that a dumb question? :/
http://www.expressionsengraved.com
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From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#24]
16 Apr 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#22] 17 Apr 2007
Jeanette,
Do they have the database populated with products and suppliers yet? My first search was for acid etching. The search results brought up three suppliers, none of which offer acid etching. I did the first search for products, then a second search for suppliers. Hmmmmm?
Quality One Engravers
Paragon Pins
Innovative Designs
http://www.expressionsengraved.com
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From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#25]
16 Apr 2007
To: ALL
I am sure that the ARA Buyer's Guide is a product that will grow and improve based on the advice of its users. With that being said, when clicking on an individual product, I do not like how the product images are distorted so they will fit within the dimensions of the image box. If I were a supplier, I would not like my product bein
http://www.expressionsengraved.comg represented that way.
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From: GBengraver [#26]
16 Apr 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#22] 17 Apr 2007
And how is Terrell Owens working out for you? (devil)
He is a cancer I am glad we got rid of here in Philly.
Didn't mean to divert the thread, couldn't help myself. ;-)
Greg
From: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#27]
17 Apr 2007
To: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#23] 17 Apr 2007
Not a stupid question, I would have asked you the same thing if you told me yours didn't work. MUST not be stupid if I'd ask it! ;-)
Yes, I entered the leading zeros. No "try this" or "need help?" message -- just a "nope, your password doesn't work". Probably something simple that I'll figure out today. Maybe our "sales rep" status (as opposed to "retailer") has something to do with it.
From: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#28]
17 Apr 2007
To: GBengraver [#26] 19 Apr 2007
I am not one of those who wanted Owens here. I think it was a mistake and I think we have more headaches ahead (unless Wade Phillips can figure out how to handle the guy).
We're talking football at the following (well, except that Cody keeps insisting on going "hockey" on us) thread ...
http://engravingetc.org/forum/index.php?webtag=EE&msg=6613.1
Countdown to the NFL Draft: 11 days
From: Cody (BOBTNAILER) [#29]
17 Apr 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#28] 17 Apr 2007
I've heard of T.O., but since I don't watch foosball, I really don't know who he is.
The most I've seen of him is on the deodorant commercial.
What's the problem with the guy?
From: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#30]
17 Apr 2007
To: Cody (BOBTNAILER) [#29] 17 Apr 2007
Cody,
Consider yourself lucky to even have to ask the question. Not enough room here to list the guy's problems (and excuses) but, suffice it to say, he's the NFL's prima donna but worse than that, he's a terrible teammate.
The guy can play football -- when his finger's not hurt, forcing him to drop passes -- but he can destroy a team faster than you can say "another dropped pass".
From: Cody (BOBTNAILER) [#31]
17 Apr 2007
To: jeanettebrewer (JEANETTEBREWER2) [#30] 17 Apr 2007
Gotcha....watching someone like that takes the fun out of any sport.
You're welcome to defect to hockey-land any time you like! These folks play with broken body parts all the time (especially noses and teeth!), and never miss a beat (or beating).
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