{"id":37619,"date":"2024-08-20T13:28:25","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T17:28:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blueridgeglobal.com\/?p=37619"},"modified":"2025-09-15T23:59:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T03:59:05","slug":"your-voice-matters-for-our-annual-state-of-the-industry-survey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blueridgeglobal.com\/blog\/your-voice-matters-for-our-annual-state-of-the-industry-survey\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Voice Matters for Our Annual State of the Industry Survey"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]As we come closer to wrapping up another insightful year, we are excited to announce the launch of our annual State of the Industry Report survey, and we want <strong>YOU<\/strong> to be a part of it! This <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><u><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/BlueRidge_SOTI2024\">comprehensive survey<\/a><\/u><\/span> helps us gather crucial data and insights from industry leaders like you, allowing us to provide an in-depth analysis of current trends, challenges, and opportunities within the industry. This is more than just a survey \u2013 it\u2019s your chance to influence the future of the industry while gaining valuable insights.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s In It for You?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Get First Access to Industry Insights:<\/strong> Participate in the survey, and you&#8217;ll receive the final report as soon as it\u2019s available. This report is packed with actionable insights and trends that can help you stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions for your business.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Win a Nespresso Machine:<\/strong> Complete the survey, and you\u2019ll be entered into a drawing on October 4th to win a Nespresso machine\u2014fueling more than just your supply chain knowledge and bringing a bit of luxury to your workday!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Starbucks Gift Card &amp; Double Your Chances:<\/strong> Answer a few additional questions, and you&#8217;ll receive a Starbucks gift card and double your chances of winning the Nespresso machine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Planning Pros Points for Existing Customers:<\/strong> If you are already a Blue Ridge customer, you will receive 50 planning pros points which can be redeemed for <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/blueridgeglobal.com\/inventory-planning-pros\/\">various rewards<\/a><\/span>, including your ticket to our next BLUEPRINT!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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