Problem: Write this better When Sam Marcus and William Walters embarked on their journey with CMR Enterprises, formerly known as Mike's Cabinet, they were not only taking over a business with a robust 22-year legacy but also entering a highly competitive architectural millwork industry that was predominantly comprised of small-scale firms. At the time of acquisition, CMR Enterprises was among the top 5% performers in an industry of approximately 1,500 companies, a testament to its excellence and potential for growth. The industry itself was on the brink of a significant opportunity, with the residential and commercial market sizes estimated at $4.8 billion and $5 billion respectively in the United States in 1996. With this backdrop, CMR inherited not just the company's legacy, but also its experienced workforce, particularly strong in the residential sector. This strength was underscored by an impressive Got Rate of about 69%. Coupled with a cash flow cycle of 4 to 6 weeks and lower labor and material costs, the residential side of CMR's operations boasted higher net margins. Recognizing that only 15% of homebuilders were contracting for custom cabinetry, and with few competitors in this niche, CMR saw a golden opportunity to scale its business by offering