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AI in Distribution

Applied AI for Distributors 2026: Why You Can’t Afford to Sit Out

Attend the only event on real-world AI execution in distribution.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • November 20, 2025
AI in Distribution

AI Capex Surge Signals a New Operating Reality for Distributors

Procurement budgets are tightening as organizations redirect capital toward AI infrastructure.
  • Mark Brohan
  • November 19, 2025
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AI in Distribution

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.
  • Mark Brohan
  • November 18, 2025

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AI News and Gurus: Educational Strategy and Insights Lead

Join us on Dec 2, 2025 9PT/12ET for the latest AI and B2B insights and how leading companies are adapting to new customer expectations
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  • Upcoming Program

Breakthroughs in Warehouse and Logistics Technology

Join us on Dec. 3, 2025 at 9PT/12ET to discover how breakthroughs in warehouse and logistics technology are transforming supply chains and operations.
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  • Upcoming Program

How Midsize Distributors Leverage Technology to Compete

Join us on Dec 10, 2025 at 9PT/12ET to learn how midsize distributors modernize systems and use AI to boost efficiency, and growth.
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AI for Distributors: 2025 Review and 2026 Preview

Join us on Dec 17, 2025 at 9PT/12ET to explore Real Use Cases and What’s Coming Next for AI in distribution.
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AI in Distribution

Agentic AI in Distribution: What Research Actually Shows

93% of distributors expect increased AI usage, but many are not beyond exploration.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • November 18, 2025
AI in Distribution

Salesforce Unveils Agentforce Commerce as AI Purchasing Surges

For distributors the Salesforce update is a big indicator that digital commerce is moving B2B into AI-native environments.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • November 17, 2025
AI in Distribution

How AI Turns Exoskeletons into Adaptive Workplace Tools

AI is transforming industrial exoskeletons by enabling the devices to adapt to individual users.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • November 14, 2025

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AI in Distribution

Unlocking the Power of AI: ARG Industrial’s Journey at DSG’s Applied AI for Distributors Event

Hear about ARG Industrial’s steps to adopt AI.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 2, 2024
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Why Confidence Level and Margin of Error Are Vital for Survey Accuracy

Determine survey accuracy by understanding confidence level and margin of error.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 1, 2024
Distribution Sales Strategy

The State of New Salespeople in Distribution

New sellers are facing pressing challenges in the distribution industry.
  • Frank Hurtte
  • May 1, 2024
Distribution Technology

4 Reasons Distributors Need a Solid Cybersecurity Plan Right Now

The stakes are high: Distributors must protect their businesses.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 26, 2024
Distribution Technology

Why Your CRM RFP Review Process May Be Flawed

Distributors may be losing sight of what really matters when selecting a CRM.
  • Benj Cohen
  • April 24, 2024
Distribution Sales Strategy

Who is Your CEO for CRM? 3 Ways to Improve CRM Adoption

A dedicated point person for your CRM implementation plays an important role.
  • Brian Gardner
  • April 24, 2024
AI in Distribution

What Distributors Should Know Before Adding AI to Their Toolboxes

Mark Brohan on where AI is heading and what you need to know now.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 24, 2024
AI in Distribution

The Competitive Edge for Distributors: Early AI Adoption = Increased $$

Early AI adopters are realizing massive advantages over competitors.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 23, 2024
Distribution Technology

Avoiding the Technology ‘Pilot Paradox’

To move past the pilot stage, you need to plan for scaling.
  • Rick Pozniak
  • April 23, 2024
AI in Distribution

Embracing AI: Why Companies Hesitant About Adoption Will Be Tomorrow’s Leaders

A measured approach to AI will pay dividends down the line.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 16, 2024
AI in Distribution

Don’t Listen to the Hype: AI is Not Hype

In the 1980s, there was a hype around symbolic AI. Today, the AI is real.
  • Ian Heller
  • April 16, 2024
AI in Distribution

Beyond the Simple Sale: How Distributors Are Rethinking eCommerce

Distributors share their next steps with ecommerce.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 15, 2024
Strategy

Digital Transformation: What’s Ahead for the New BradyPLUS

CMO Ian Gresham talks about the power of BradyIFS + Envoy Solutions.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 15, 2024
AI in Distribution

How to Think About Generative AI and ChatGPT for Your Business

A conversation with GenAI expert Paul Baier on ChatGPT in distribution.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 10, 2024
Distribution Technology

How Technology Elevates Customer Experience

A great customer experience isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s a must.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 5, 2024
Strategy

Renata Morgan’s Focus: Bringing 4 Distributors Together Under 1 Banner

How to transform independent distributors into a unified force.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 3, 2024
AI in Distribution

How AI is Already Helping Sales and Marketing Teams Today

Q&A with DSG Co-Founder, Applied AI for Distributors Speaker and AI Expert Jonathan Bein.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 3, 2024
AI in Distribution

4 Focus Areas for Distributors in B2B eCommerce in 2024

What’s the next wave of ecommerce technology in distribution?
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 29, 2024
AI in Distribution

Navigating AI: Myths, Realities and Opportunities in Distribution

How AI affects your life is nearly entirely up to you.
  • Chris Van Ittersum
  • March 27, 2024
Operations

Can Distributors Drive Business Growth – and Employee Well-Being?

As employee well-being improves, their performance and productivity improve.
  • Dirk Beveridge
  • March 26, 2024
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AI in Distribution

How Distributors Are Building AI Capabilities

Experts share the lessons learned from applying AI to their businesses.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 22, 2024
Distribution Sales Strategy

Overcoming Sales Leadership Challenges in Wholesale Distribution

Here are 8 common sales leadership challenges and their solutions.
  • Mike Kunkle
  • March 21, 2024
Operations

Navigating the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act’s Requirements: Purchasing Guidelines

For infrastructure projects funded in whole or in part by federal financial assistance, “Made in the USA” is now a legal requirement.
  • Steven Koprince
  • March 21, 2024
Operations

The Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act Requires “Made in the USA” Products—Here’s How to Determine Which Products Qualify

Recently, the federal government implemented a powerful new domestic preference program called “Build America, Buy America,” or BABA.
  • Steven Koprince
  • March 21, 2024
B2B eCommerce

B2B eCommerce Trends Today Prove Power of Customer Expectations

Looking for the latest B2B ecommerce trends? Learn six B2B ecommerce trends distributors should know.
  • Mohan Natarajan
  • March 14, 2024
AI in Distribution

How Distributors Will Use Artificial Intelligence in Marketing in 2028

What could the future look like for marketing operations?
  • Ian Heller
  • March 13, 2024
Distribution Sales Strategy

Elevating the Standard: How to Redefine Leadership for a Customer-Obsessed Era

A winning customer-focused culture isn’t just about plans and methods.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • March 11, 2024
AI in Distribution

Where Do Distributors Stand with AI?

Get Brooks Hamilton’s take on the latest developments in AI for distributors.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 1, 2024
Operations

Manufacturer Insights: How Distributors Can Strengthen Their Role in Channel Partnerships

How to become more important to channel partners and grow market share.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 1, 2024
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Operations

Distributors: Want Better Pricing? Focus on the Right People, Processes and Technology

How distributors can approach pricing for profit maximization.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • February 29, 2024
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