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AI Capex Surge Signals a New Operating Reality for Distributors
Procurement budgets are tightening as organizations redirect capital toward AI infrastructure.
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Home Depot Highlights New AI Blueprint Takeoff Tool as Housing Weakens
Home Depot is accelerating its tech investments in the Pro segment, highlighted by a new AI-powered material estimation tool.
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Amazon Business’ AI Expansion at Reshape 2025 Tightens Procurement
For distributors, the takeaway is direct: competing in this environment requires deeper integration with customers.
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Amazon Business Unveils New AI Tools to Automate and Predict Business Buying
The centerpiece is the Amazon Business Assistant, a conversational AI tool for procurement.
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Walmart’s OpenAI Partnership Signals a New Era for Wholesale Distribution
The distinction between distributor and service provider is beginning to blur.
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Effective U.S. tariff rate hits 17.9% and What It Means for Distributors
For wholesale distributors, the implications are immediate and operational.
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US Foods Uses AI to Power a Smarter Supply Chain
US Foods is turning artificial intelligence from a pilot project into everyday infrastructure — and it’s paying off.
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Amazon–Perplexity Showdown Signals a Turning Point for Distributors
The outcome may determine if distributors keep their direct line to customers.
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U.S. Manufacturing Holds Firm in October, But Confidence Cracks Under Tariff Pressure
S&P Global said many manufacturers cited tariff exposure, fluctuating input costs, and election-year uncertainty as key factors weighing on their outlook.
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Google Pushes Deeper into AI: How It Impacts Distributors
The front door to B2B buying and selling is being rebuilt.