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Fastening Nuts are a type of fastener with a threaded hole used along with a mating bolt to attach two or more parts. A nut is one of the most common fastener types in the world. Although common, the … read more

At Austin, we seek to provide the best solutions for our customers by delivering value-added solutions for various aspects of your business. We are more than just a hardware company. We are a solutio … read more

Using Data to Build Your Business Using data to measure your business's success helps you see a clear picture of where your business stands. Numbers don't lie -- you can tell how your business is doi … read more

Creating efficiencies within your company, no matter what size, is not only about your bottom line. It is about more. It frees up your time to focus on what matters: building relationships and creati … read more

One of the best parts of partnering with Austin Hardware® is that we are a complete one-stop shop. With Austin Hardware®, you get it all, a convenient solution for both our new and our existi … read more

If you’re in the construction or woodworking business, you’re using nails every day. Homeowners often find themselves looking for just the right nail for their DIY projects. Even the core … read more

More Customer Solutions from Austin Hardware We want to help you not only achieve but exceed your goals. That’s our simple mission. We know we can’t do that by just providing hardware. We … read more

The Importance of KPIs The use of impartial, dispassionate data to measure business success is critical. It reassures you when you’re doing something correctly, and helps you make adjustments to … read more

Inventory kitting, custom kitting or bundling products together is a strategy that allows businesses to save time and money. Instead of buying products one by one, kitting is a way to buy all the par … read more

Why should you focus on your business' lead times? It's important to ask yourself this question, especially if your business is serious about getting things done. When it comes to your supply chain, … read more

Why VMI? For many companies, a Vendor Managed Inventory program is a better way to handle replenishment. The natural question for you to ask now is … why? What are the benefits of having a supp … read more

Which Vendor Managed Inventory Program is Right for You? There are a number of options, and plenty of decisions to make for companies considering a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) program. Depending on … read more