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The Missing Link in System Success: Aligning People, Process, and Data

By admin | September 12, 2025

In our first post, we explained why system implementations often stumble – it’s rarely the platform, and almost always the data. In our second, we normalized the fact that data refinement is part of the journey, not a sign of failure. But there’s one more ingredient needed for success: alignment. Without alignment between people, process,…

Why Data Refinement Is Normal (and Necessary) in System Implementations

By admin | September 8, 2025

In our last post, we talked about why system implementations often stumble – and how the problem usually isn’t the platform, but the data that feeds it. Today, let’s take that idea further: refining data is not a one-time task. It’s an ongoing process, and that’s okay. The Expectation vs. The Reality Most teams approach…

Why System Implementations Fail: It’s Not the Platform, It’s the Data

By admin | September 5, 2025

When companies finally get approval for a new platform – whether it’s a PLM, ERP, or spec management system – excitement is high. Leaders see a path out of endless spreadsheets. Teams look forward to a “single source of truth.” IT breathes a sigh of relief knowing legacy systems might be retired. The purchase feels…

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PIR vs PCR

By admin | May 30, 2025

PIR vs. PCR: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter?   If you’re in the world of packaging, sustainability, or materials sourcing, chances are you’ve come across the terms PIRand PCR. These acronyms often pop up in sustainability reports, compliance filings, and packaging specs – and while they sound similar, they represent very different…

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Blast From the Past Packaging Archive

By admin | April 4, 2025

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Oggvo

By admin | August 5, 2020

We’ve partnered with Oggvo to better server businesses. While we provide a long list of digital marketing services it is just as important to ensure businesses receive recognition for their efforts through reviews. All our clients require the collection of testimonials and reviews. Combining Oggvo’s review collection service with our digital marketing provides an additionally successful…

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Expansion

By admin | June 21, 2020

Dazmii continues to grow and expand with new skills and resources to better serve our clients and communities. Each new skill means a better service and support. Continually looking to expand our service offerings to ensure we’re able to support and serve our clients’ needs. There’re strategic partnerships and there are good business partnerships. We…

Violet Services is Dazmii

By admin | April 9, 2020

Violet Services is now Dazmii! Violet Services has leveled up! We did for our business what we can do for your business. Our mission at Dazmii is to strategically support local businesses so the communities we live and work in grow. Dazmii specializes in Business Growth and Development. There is no “one size fits all”…

What should your business be doing during a shutdown?

By admin | March 23, 2020

What should your business be doing durning a shutdown? When determining what your business should be working on during slow period or shutdown situations are opportunities to improve. Example many businesses such as bars and restaurants have found opportunities to provide partial employment by offering new and creative ways to continue to provide products and…

Government Programs Available During Pandemic Event

By admin | March 20, 2020

Employee Programs Our friends at BBSI who provide excellent HR services and support for many small businesses across the country would like to get the word out about the impact Coronavirus (COVID-19) and what programs are available during the Covid-19 Pandemic event.   Washington Paid Sick Leave  Washington State Law that mandates employers provide paid sick leave…