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OPTIMIZE YOUR OPERATIONS WITH FIELD'S FIOR FOR VENDOR-MANAGED INVENTORY In the world of supply chain management, efficiency is the name of the game. Field Inventory Optimization Report (FIOR) is a powerful tool designed to streamline vendor-managed inventory (VMI), improve customer service, and enhance operational efficiency. By leveraging data-driven insights, customers can optimize inventory ...

The right Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) systems give can give you the ultimate advantage —efficiency and accuracy. Field’s data-driven VMI solutionsallow businesses to streamline operations by reducing costs, ensuring product availability, and enhancing inventory management. Here’s what makes our approach invaluable:

Machesney Park, IL – 2/21/2025 – Field Fastener, a global leader in fastening solutions and inventory management services, has strengthened its network with the opening of two new facilities in Batesville, Arkansas, and Phoenix, Arizona. This expansion increases Field's global footprint to 13 strategically located sites, all designed to optimize service capabilities and bring greater value to ...

2024 Holiday Message From President, Adam Derry

NEW YORK, August 14, 2024 – Inc. revealed today that Field Fastener made the 2024 Inc. 5000 list. This is an annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, ...

Field Acquires Cascade Nut and Bolt, Inc.

Strong Collaborative Relationship And Communication With Your Vendor Establishing a strong partnership and open communication channels between your organization and the vendor is vital. Trust and cooperation are crucial for a successful vendor managed inventory system. Here at Field, we want to become an extension of you team. We ensure that we are with you every step of the way. From ...

FASTENER QUALITY MEASURED IN PPM How do you report your internal or external reject rate? Chances are you use a metric called PPM or Parts Per Million. In other words, PPM is a measurement of number of rejected parts for every one-million parts produced (internal metric) or shipped (external metric). By stating reject rate in terms of a generally accepted ratio you can compare your performance ...

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