In the 1990s, the company evolved to offer a hybrid approach, combining self-service, traditional counter service, and other options across its numerous locations. “We’re a combination of everything…We’re residentialfocused for a large portion of our business, and we try to position ourselves for convenience. We want to be convenient to the contractor and be where they are,” says Orman III. When it comes to the positioning of its facility locations, the Locke Supply Co. takes a page from Sam Walton’s philosophy of bringing the business to the customer and remaining easily accessible to contractors. However, accessibility isn’t the only driving force behind the company’s growth, as its internal operational strategy also plays a significant role. Locke Supply Co. expertly leverages technology to effectively forecast demand and inventory. As an Celebrating 70 years of Locke Supply Co.— a true Oklahoma City success story. We’re proud to support local businesses with the strength, stability and expertise to grow. Behind every Oklahoma City business is a passionate leader. Beside them, there’s BOK Financial. BOK Financial® is a trademark of BOKF, NA. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender . ©2025 BOKF, NA. Discover how a trusted financial partner can help your business reach new heights at bokfinancial.com. 13 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 07 LOCKE SUPPLY COMPANY
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