We focused our attention on completing the identification and defining of the list of most commonly stocked commodity material items that are considered “truck stock”.  The purpose was to finalize the list so that we can forward to EDI vendors.  They will be asked to tag FSG part numbers to the TYPE of part, irregardless…

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Today we determined how to best identify the most commonly used truck stock materials.  Currently we have multiple FSG part numbers in the system for each type of consumable part.  ie… separate part numbers for Cutler Hammer 1/2″ emt connector and another part number for T&B 1/2″ emt connector.  This causes a tremendous amount of…

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Several of our Small Job Project Managers handle multiple types of jobs, ie.. LR, SP, NAC Projects, and even NAC Work Orders.  Since several on the call are responsible for managing some NAC Work Orders we spent time reviewing the NAC WOFC and the changes that are taking place effective Tuesday April 17.  (For more…

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Robin Taylor quickly reviewed the Fit N Tight status.  Over all there has been a marked improvement in the Fit N Tight results.  Robin and Stacy are now focusing their efforts on coming along side a few branches that continue to struggle.  We solicited feedback from all dispatchers regarding direct costing inventory to work orders…

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We collaborated on the various methods PM’s use to keep track of their hectic schedule and many demands.  Specifically we looked at file organization and task management.  Currently we have some folks that are using the ole pen and legal tablets with to do lists, and manually filing job docs in folders and binders on…

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Even though turn out for this month’s P2P – CAD group was low, we had a great dialogue regarding several issues and problems.  Topics discussed include: How to handle coordination meetings when the company who is controlling the meetings (other sub-contractor) and information are being difficult and not willing to share files.  We talked about how to…

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This month we discussed CAD servers that are now in operation in Houston.  These servers allow multiple cad designers to work with common files simultaneously.  Mike Galvan (DE40) built the server from scratch and has integrated this powerhouse machine into the office environment.  His next objective is to duplicate this set up for a new…

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Laney Adams was the guest star for this month’s P2P – Administrators Meeting.  Laney (FSG HR / Payroll) offered insight into the biggest challenges we have in handling PR and on-boarding new employees.     Following are the topics she discussed:      On-boarding issue: As it pertains to the on-boarding challenges: Laney stressed that administrators make sure that all…

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After reviewing last month’s SLA and Fit and Tight reports we began discussing challenges at one of the branches regarding AP issues.  Robin Taylor and Stacy Justice are addressing bottlenecks and helping and are working to help smooth out logistical “bumps” that are slowing down processing in a couple of branches.  Also began discussing challenges…

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