The value of a SWOT analysis goes beyond the information to the future planning and strategizing a business can do with the information.
Matt Poe
Matt Poe is the Editor of Shed Business Journal, previously of Shed Builder Magazine.
Shed Industry SWOT (Part 4)
The industry’s most significant threats are a downturn in the economy, lack of materials, and the ability to maintain staffing.
Shed Industry SWOT (Part 3)
The biggest opportunity for the shed industry respondents indicated is for builders to move beyond sheds to offer other structures.
Shed Industry SWOT (Part 2)
When looking at weaknesses in the shed industry, the elephant in the room can’t be ignored—COVID-19 effects.
Shed Industry SWOT (Part 1)
One of the top strengths of the shed industry shared by respondents is quality, ranging from the products provided to the people involved.
Switching Builders
Sometimes, a dealer has to change builders because product offerings and business goals change. Other times, a switch has to be made because of a negative change in the relationship.
Q&A: Doors, Windows, and Other Products
Justin Burnett, sales representative for MIDCO Building Products answers questions about shed doors and other accessories
Bowling for Sheds
The Bowling brothers—Silas, Mercer, and Miles—have been in the shed-building industry for many years in many different jobs, including building, selling, and delivery. “We have been in the industry for a while,” shares Silas. “I built my first shed at 15 years old for a local shed shop. Back then,[Read More…]
Integrity and Heritage
The founders of Heritage Building Company have built their business on integrity and a shed-building heritage.
Sheds, Family, and Patriotism
Nate Yoder has been involved in the portable storage building business since he was 13 years old, from helping his dad, Nathan, build barns to working for several companies. In August 2017, he decided to start his own shed-building business in Montezuma, Georgia: Patriot Buildings.