The Challenge Group is a leading manufacturer and distributor of power transmission components and the complete range of Challenge branded products are sold through its global distribution network. The company&＃39;s Head Office is located in the United Kingdom and the business operates through a number of strategically located subsidiary companies and distributors worldwide.The key to Challenge&＃39;s success has been its attention to producing a wide range of quality products with a strong branded and packaged image. Challenge is rapidly becoming one of the best brands in this highly competitive market.Most Challenge locations operate on-line ordering facilities whilst distribution centres have a live link to production and central warehousing.Over US$15.00 million of inventory is carried worldwide and over 6000 lines stocked in depth. The company is introducing a bar coded stock management system to improve service.