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AI in Distribution

High Tech, High Touch: Why Humans Still Matter in the Age of AI

AI will allow distributors to make it easier for customers to buy and use the time saved to strengthen relationships.
  • Mike Doyle
  • January 6, 2026
AI in Distribution

Public Distributors Step Up AI Hiring as Technology Moves into Core Operations

AI hiring is no longer confined to innovation labs at wholesale distributors.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • January 6, 2026
B2B eCommerce

Inventory Management as Ecommerce Engine, Not Afterthought

When inventory is planned and controlled correctly, it frees up dollars to devote to other initiatives. Here are key tools and strategies.
  • Dave Tu
  • January 5, 2026

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Join us on Jan 21, 2026 at 9PT/12ET to learn how midsize distributors modernize analytics and use AI to boost efficiency and growth.
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Operations

How Better Pricing Can Improve Your Margins in 2026

Pricing is the one place where math and momentum will work in your favor.
  • Scott Sinning
  • January 2, 2026
Distribution Technology

The 10 Distribution Trends That Will Matter in 2026

Tomorrow’s warehouse leaders will be expected to think like operators, analysts, and strategists at the same time.
  • Will Quinn
  • January 2, 2026
AI in Distribution

State AI Rules Are Coming Fast. Here’s What Wholesale Distributors Need to Watch

All 50 states, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Washington, D.C. have introduced AI legislation.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • December 31, 2025

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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
Distribution Sales Strategy

Will You Settle for Average Sales This Year or Go for the Gold?

Steps that you can take to transform your sales organization and unleash its full potential.
  • Mike Kunkle
  • February 28, 2024
Operations

How to Cultivate a Real Customer-Centric Culture

How distributors can set themselves on the right CX path.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • February 16, 2024
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