As we started on this divisions buildout, it struck us that the need for equipment to produce a measured continuous throughput of product on the short schedule most customers operate on required redundant systems in place.
Machinery breaks, and short overloads occur on a regular basis. We revisited our model, and decided that we needed to adjust our view and budgets to include some form of multiples and backups for the various tasks machinery is required for in this industry.
We also decided, being scrounger types, new equipment may not be necessary to fullfillment this goal, just adequate used.
Now of course, space is at a premium. However, being able to go Plan B seamlessly has already added a level of confidence to the operation. The end result of course is a perceived professionalism on the part of the customer. We have already spanked our competitors in the local geographic several times, and the invaluable word of mouth has begun.
Would appreciate some viewpoints other than my own on this subject, as I become enamored with myself, and cease to critically view the subject at hand.
