And i’ve been dealing with longer lead times for essential supplies recently, especially with tableware and linens. It’s become a real challenge to keep track of which suppliers are still reliable. I’m curious if anyone has found strategies or alternative suppliers that help mitigate these delays, especially heading into the busy season.
I totally get the struggle with longer lead times. We found that switching to a local supplier for linens really helped us stay on schedule — less shipping time makes a big difference. It might take some research, but keeping an eye on multiple options is key.
I’ve also faced longer lead times, especially with tableware. One solution that worked for us was to establish a relationship with a dual supplier; if one hit a snag, we could quickly pivot to the other. It took a bit of work to set up initially, but it really eased the pressure, especially as we head into the busy season.