Moving to save money

[textoothpk]

Was just doing some Ka-Bar research and read how the company moved it's production facilities in the early 1950s to Georgia to take advantage of the way cheaper labor. Wasn't such a great move, as the locals took most of planting and harvest seasons off. And while the labor was cheap, the skill level was low. The move didn't last long, it was soon back to Olean, NY.

Planting and harvest probably won't be a problem in Idaho, but as a resident of another great hunting state (Michigan), just a warning to Buck: 'Opening days' of deer, elk or whatever seasons, could just happen to lead to many sick days. Some Michigan companies plan for this or just shut down for a few days.

Good luck on the move, sincerely.

 

[Bob W]

In addition to seasonal outbreaks of sickness, there are other reasons to be weary of low-wage areas. I'm not dogging Idaho, but here are some other problems to watch for:
- Low education/training levels
- high substance abuse rates
- local living conditions can make it difficult to transplant experienced staff (schools, homes, shopping, etc.)
- poor work ethic
- industrial transportation options
- local infastructure
- available workers lacking transportation, daycare, etc.

I'm sure Buck studied these issues very carefully prior to making a final decision and selecting a location. I'm very optimistic of their move.

Best Wishes,
-Bob

 

[Don Luis]

I feel that Buck can do fine in Idaho and am looking forward to see a commemorative potato knife.

Luis

 

[Mike Kerins]

In case any of you guys are not familiar with the area around Post falls, Idaho, it is a hop, skip and a jump to the east of Spokane, Washington. Hunting in the area is certainly a popular pastime, but the same could be said for the entire eastern portion of Washington State. Besides....hunting season out west lasts a lot longer than it normally does back east.