Business View Caribbean - Jan 2024

26 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 11, ISSUE 1 adapting its operations to ensure a steady supply of essential building materials. The company’s proactive approach has also extended to addressing the skilled labor crisis, exacerbated by the post-pandemic impact on the labor market. Gorham’s innovative strategy continues to reposition retail as a desirable profession, offering growth and excitement and encouraging career progression within the company. 2024 AND BEYOND Looking ahead to 2024, Gorham’s is poised for an exciting year filled with promising initiatives and a return to a rapidly advancing retail environment. Plans include expanding the lumber shed store, a complete remerchandising exercise, and implementing an Epicor retail ERP system. These efforts, coupled with partnerships with key suppliers like Ace Hardware, Putnam Lumber, BlueLinx, Jeld-Wen, and Quikrete, position Gorham’s for continued success. Gorham’s outlook for the future is optimistic. The post-COVID market continues to present new opportunities for refinement and efficiency in business operations. The company’s commitment to employee training and changing mindsets about retail work further solidifies its position as a forward- thinking leader. With no significant global disruptions anticipated, 2024 is expected to be a milestone year, not just for Gorham’s but for the worldwide economy. Gorham’s stands ready to embrace these opportunities, continuing its legacy of excellence and innovation in the Caribbean’s construction and home improvement sectors. PREFERRED VENDORS/ PARTNERS n The Hillman Group www.hillmangroup.com n Putman Lumber www.putnamlumber.com