Volume 2 • Issue 17
MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR
Things change and the agents of change have roles to play
I almost could have written in the title that a member of the old boys network issues a mea culpa and youth asserts itself. But in reading this issue, you’ll see it’s more a case of generations cohabitating peacefully, each having its strengths and weaknesses. One often speaks of industry members as being collaborative with competitors for the greater good of the industry. It is the time for cohabitation and collaboration among leaders. Wisely, I conclude this editorial with a comment from contributor Paul Eitmant: meeting the needs of our customers is always the best path to success. Good reading!
Line Goyette, Managing Editor,
linegoyette@kerrwil.com
CHANGING SCENE
- Schneider Electric Kicks Off North American Campaign To Promote Sustainability, Efficiency for Homes and Businesses
A new brand campaign for Schneider Electric in North America will showcase the business and societal value of sustainability and efficiency by building on the company's newly launched global brand strategy, Life Is On…
- Sign Up for EFC's 2016 Scholarship Program
Electro-Federation Canada already has 33 member organizations participating in the 2016 Scholarship Program…
- ETIM International Welcomes IDEA as Official Member
Representing the United States and Canada, the Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA) becomes the first non-European member of ETIM International…
- Call for Mentors to Support Recruitment and Retention of Women in the Electricity Industry
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), with the support of organizations in the electricity and renewable sector and Status of Women Canada, is establishing the Connected Women mentorship program…
- Acuity Brands to Buy Schneider Electric's Juno Lighting Group for US$385M
Acuity Brands, Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire all of the equity interests of Juno Lighting LLC…
- Electrozad Supply Assigns New Director, Industrial Automation
Rob Reilly has been appointed to the position of Director, Industrial Automation for Electrozad Supply Company Limited…
- Siemens Signs Up Sales Account Manager for BC Interior / Quebec RVP Dan Groulx Retires
Keith Grange joins the Siemens Canada team as Sales Account Manager for the BC Interior region…
- Electrozad Appoints New Sarnia, ON Branch Manager
Greg Gare has joined Electrozad as the company's Sarnia branch manager…
- Arlington Named IMARK Supplier of the Year for 2014/2015
In addition to its recognition as Supplier of the Year, Arlington was nominated in three of the four categories created by the IMARK Group to recognize supplier excellence…
Opinion
Breaking Through the Age Barrier
By Jim Taggart
At a young age in the electrical industry, I was moved into a sales management position. Most of the individuals I called on were older than me and this often made it difficult to relate to my customers. Don't get me wrong, in the pure work environment I knew my technical stuff and was strong in problem solving. However, in social settings it was more difficult to relate. However, I was fortunate enough to have a strong boss who forced me to attend the EFC events...
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Building Relationships
The Good Old Boys Club "Changing of the Guard"
By Paul Eitmant
The term "Good Old Boys Club" has been used for years. Bottom line, the definition means people in a management position for years who have formed relationships within the industry with managers in the same/like position and have an effect on the outcome of any decision made with in the industry. In today's world we have significant technology changes that brought an entirely new group of players into the equation...
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Leadership
How to be Taken Seriously as a Young Leader: Closing the Generation Gap
By Jason Prevost
Young leaders (40 and under) possess self-confidence, drive, and creative thinking. Yet they often struggle with how to present themselves as leaders when working with leaders from older generations. Regardless of age, it is important to cultivate what I would call your "leadership brand" — a blend of self-worth, talent, value, and perception that is unique to each person, regardless of role or title...
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Millennials
Millennials and the Future of Brand Loyalty
By Sean Dunnigan
Do you shop online? Are you active on social media? Does your company have a vision for how it will "give back" to the community? Your customers care about these topics. The next generation of workers are becoming the decision makers. Long-term relationships are being replaced in an age where it is more difficult than ever to build brand loyalty. You may have to rely on the skills of your younger workers, and the process starts with your online presence...
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Looking Back
Launch of CEDA Current 1970
One indication of CEDA's expanding sphere of influence was the creation of "CEDA Current," a trade magazine set up to promote the electrical distribution industry. A mock-up was produced and presented to the Board of Directors, with the problems of mailing lists, production costs and advertising being discussed. It was agreed the magazine was a good idea, provided it could pay its way, and plans to produce CEDA Current as a monthly publication commenced...
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One Particular Counter
Groupe Deschênes Inc. — Parent Company of Deschênes & Fils
Founded in 1940 under the name Deschênes & Fils Ltée, Groupe Deschênes Inc. is a Quebec-based family business headquartered in Montreal. Although the firm began as a modest distributor-wholesaler of plumbing and heating products, over the years it gradually diversified its offerings and made key acquisitions. Groupe Deschênes Inc. is now the parent company for many affiliates, while Deschênes & Fils is devoted to the distribution and wholesale of plumbing, heating and fire protection products in Quebec...
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Economy: Housing
Investment in New Housing Construction Up 0.4% in August Year over Year
Nationally, higher spending on apartment and apartment-condominium building construction and, to a lesser degree, row house construction, offset lower investment in single-family and semi-detached dwelling construction. Increases were registered in three provinces, led by Ontario, followed by British Columbia and Nova Scotia. Alberta, Quebec and Saskatchewan registered the largest decreases...
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Energy Management Systems
Global Revenue Forecast to Reach US$35.6 Billion in 2024
North America and Europe will lead the industrial energy management system (IEMS) market in terms of revenue, says a new report from Navigant Research. The need for continuity in operations and production has made energy efficiency a lower priority in industrial facilities compared to commercial buildings, despite their status as some of the most energy-intensive buildings worldwide. However, the business case is growing. Navigant estimates global IEMS revenue is expected to grow from US$13.5 billion in 2015 to US$35.6 billion in 2024...
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Economy: Trade
Wholesale Trade Dips Slightly in August
Wholesale sales edged down 0.1% to $55.3 billion in August due to declines in four subsectors, particularly the machinery, equipment and supplies subsector. The four subsectors accounted for 72% of wholesale sales. In volume terms, wholesale sales decreased 0.5%. Higher sales in the miscellaneous subsector partially offset these declines...
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Economy: Power
August Electricity Consumption Dips 2.9% YOY
Canada's available electricity totalled 41.0 million megawatt hours (MWh) in August, down 2.9% from the same month in 2014. Generation levels were also lower for the month, down 1.9% to 46.5 million MWh, reflecting lower output in some provinces from hydro and nuclear generators. Gains in BC and Newfoundand and Labrador eased the decline...
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Economy: GDP
GDP Continued Edging Up in August
Real gross domestic product edged up 0.1% in August, following increases of 0.4% in June and 0.3% in July. The growth in August was mainly a result of gains in manufacturing, mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction and retail trade…
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