We don't manufacture anything in the good ole' U.S. of A. anymore, right? Wrong! APG Cash Drawer, LLC has been manufacturing the best cash drawers in the industry for over 30 years. We do this in our 60,000 sq. ft....
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Go LEAN
What does getting LEAN really mean in business today? We have all gone through the yearly ritual of trying to lose a couple of pounds. Why? Maybe because your doctor told you to. Maybe you want to wear that brand...
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It’s Just a Cash Drawer, Right?
"It's just a cash drawer, right?" I've been with APG Cash Drawer for over 8 years, and I'm asked this question several times over the phone and via email. I can't blame people for asking. Before working at APG, I...
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Heavy Duty vs. Standard Duty Cash Drawers
Heavy Duty vs. Standard Duty Cash Drawers Choosing the right cash drawer for your retail environment is an important decision with implications for your business's success. You need a cash drawer that's durable and dependable; it needs to keep up...
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Learning to See — Cash Drawer Lean Manufacturing (Blog #3)
The truth is hidden in the important details. It is the basis for justifying the need to change and improve. The "important details" of the value stream map tells you how far the order travels, how much time is spent...
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Celebrating 3 Million Cash Drawers in 33 Years
May 31st marks APG Cash Drawer's 33rd Anniversary. APG Cash Drawer Then and Now (May 31st, 1978 vs. May 31st, 2011) A lot has changed at APG since our establishment in 1978. Not only are we celebrating 33 years, but...
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Jargon
Whenever two or more people get together to achieve a common goal, it is common for the team members to develop a unique language of terms, expressions, words, and abbreviations that have been assigned and tailored to the effort. The...
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One Million
I often hear or even say the number One million and don't think twice about it. It is often used as an exaggeration like, "I told you a million times..." or as a way to categorize a company by saying,...
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VSR’s 4th Annual Review & Outlook
Recently, APG Cash Drawer's President, Mark Olson, contributed to VSR's 4th Annual Review and Outlook. The magazine interviewed top industry leaders to find out what they think 2011 will bring for the Channel, technology and business. Below is Mark's excerpt...
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APG Cash Drawer’s Groundhog Day Contest! (Free to play)
When will this cash drawer reach the grass? Guess the correct day and you could win a $100 gift card! 1st Place: $100 2nd Place: APG Apparel 3rd Place: Leather Portfolio Here in Minnesota, we patiently wait for the snow...
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