Distribution Strategy Group

Hart generates about $60 million in annual revenue and $7 million in adjusted EBITDA, with expectations to exceed $10 million within nine months.

Acadia consolidates DDS’s content delivery services into one platform and includes access to a library of more than 12.5 million SKUs.

The approval follows the August announcement from both boards outlining their intent to merge.

For distributors, the data highlights a shift away from the stockpiling seen during the height of supply chain disruptions.

The facility will manage drop shipping and customer service for the company’s U.S. distribution operations.

The 332,335-square-foot facility will serve as a hub for White Cap’s West Coast operations, allowing the company to expand delivery capacity.

More than half of respondents said they plan to channel OBBBA-related tax savings into technology investments, particularly AI.

“Distribution has been our fastest-growing activity, averaging more than 20% organic growth annually for the last four years,” said AAR CEO John Holmes.

Features include a centralized dashboard, upgraded search functions, and AI-driven recommendations designed to help resellers make quicker decisions.

The ruling carries lessons for any company using subscription or auto-renewal models — including wholesale distributors.