Mom-and-pop shops must affiliate to survive consolidation

Clockwork's CEO argues that independent contractors will need to become more sophisticated and affiliate to compete against the newly enlarged, well-capitalized national player.

““Clockwork is a game changer for those who do become affiliated,” said Abrams. “We’re going to be competing no matter what. Survival of the mom-and-pop shop will come with affiliation.””

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