C.J. Buck and Phyllis Best

The Buck Knife is a household name favored by hunters and sportsmen for more than 100 years. But times are changing; competition is getting fiercer and retail channels more demanding. In recent years CJ Buck – the fourth generation President– has lead the company through some major transitions, including embracing lean manufacturing, moving their entire operation to Post Falls, Idaho, and addressing the market place through both tradition and innovation.

In this case study C.J. Buck, President and Phyllis Best, CFO will describe the company’s recent journey and the role of Lean Accounting in their quest for a truly lean and world class management system.