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AI in Distribution

From Hype to ROI: How Distributors Are Really Using AI to Boost Margins

Forget the buzzwords—these five practical strategies are helping distributors turn AI into real-world profit gains.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
AI in Distribution

Why Most AI Tools Don’t Deliver ROI for Distributors

Most AI tools are built with impressive capabilities, but not always with the end-user in mind.
  • Justin Johnson
  • May 2, 2025
Distribution Sales Strategy

How Well Do You Really Know Your Pricing?

Pricing data needs to be normalized and centralized to be actionable.
  • Jon Ladle
  • April 29, 2025
AI in Distribution

The AI Revolution in Distribution: From Optional Tool to Competitive Necessity

Companies that fail to embrace AI as a strategic imperative now risk falling behind.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 24, 2025
AI in Distribution

The Future of AI in Wholesale Distribution: What’s Next and How to Stay Ahead

Distributors should look to develop their own AI solutions.
  • Will Quinn
  • April 23, 2025
AI in Distribution

Embracing AI: How Distributors Can Unlock Efficiency and Increase Competitiveness

AI tools can level the playing field for smaller distributors.
  • Chris Fisher
  • April 21, 2025
AI in Distribution

Generation X and AI: Right Place, Right Time, Real Experience

Gen X transitioned the business world into the digital era.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 18, 2025
AI in Distribution

How to Build Resilience Into Your Inventory Planning

Distributors need to better plan for uncertainty.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 16, 2025
AI in Distribution

How Distributors Use AI to Increase Sales Effectiveness

How AI is boosting conversions and improving customer relationships.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 15, 2025
AI in Distribution

Overcoming the Challenges of AI Implementation in Distribution

Without proper planning, you won’t see the hurdles coming. 
  • Will Quinn
  • April 15, 2025
Operations

From Factory Shutdowns to TikTok Trends: How the Butterfly Effect Disrupts Supply Chains

A single disruption in your network can have far-reaching impacts.
  • Jeff Metersky
  • April 14, 2025
Digital Strategy

Distributors Need to Be Digitally Deliberate to Win

Without a plan, distributors will get left behind.
  • Nick Pericle
  • April 11, 2025
AI in Distribution

Beyond the Handshake: What Happens After You Say Yes to AI in Distribution

The real work begins after you commit to AI.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 10, 2025
AI in Distribution

How AI is Actively Transforming Warehouse Operations and Inventory Management

Warehouse AI isn’t just for the largest distributors.
  • Will Quinn
  • April 9, 2025
Supply Chain
AI in Distribution

Are Tariffs the Wake-Up Call You Need to Embrace AI?

The recent implementation of tariffs by the U.S. administration has created unprecedented challenges for distribution companies. With tariffs ranging from 10% to nearly 50%
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 4, 2025
AI in Distribution

Inside Sonepar’s AI Strategy: A Conversation with Don Sarno

Don Sarno, Senior VP of Sonepar, discusses how distributors can drive real value from AI.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 4, 2025
Distribution Technology

Beyond eCommerce: Digital Strategy Imperatives for Distributors

eCommerce is only the beginning.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 28, 2025
AI in Distribution

Preparing Your Operation to Harness AI in Wholesale Distribution

AI tools need to be built on a sturdy foundation.
  • Will Quinn
  • March 27, 2025
AI in Distribution

How Better Intelligence Can Cut the Cost of Complexity for Distributors

Without the right intelligence, complexity can erode margins.
  • Chandra Subramanian
  • March 27, 2025
Distribution Technology

How to Unlock the Full Potential of Your Existing Technology in Distribution

Don’t spend money on new systems before properly leveraging your current ones.
  • Will Quinn
  • March 20, 2025

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Subject Matter Expert Series: Transforming Wholesale Distribution Warehousing with AI

Join us on May 20, 2025, at 9PT/12ET as Will Quinn delves into getting the most out of the systems you already have.
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Wholesale Change: The Future of AI in Distribution

Join us on May 21, 2025 at 9 PT/12 ET as we explore how distribution leaders can harness both technological innovation and human ingenuity
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AI in Distribution

From Hype to ROI: How Distributors Are Really Using AI to Boost Margins

Forget the buzzwords—these five practical strategies are helping distributors turn AI into real-world profit gains.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
AI in Distribution

Why Most AI Tools Don’t Deliver ROI for Distributors

Most AI tools are built with impressive capabilities, but not always with the end-user in mind.
  • Justin Johnson
  • May 2, 2025
Distribution Sales Strategy

How Well Do You Really Know Your Pricing?

Pricing data needs to be normalized and centralized to be actionable.
  • Jon Ladle
  • April 29, 2025
AI in Distribution

The AI Revolution in Distribution: From Optional Tool to Competitive Necessity

Companies that fail to embrace AI as a strategic imperative now risk falling behind.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 24, 2025
AI in Distribution

The Future of AI in Wholesale Distribution: What’s Next and How to Stay Ahead

Distributors should look to develop their own AI solutions.
  • Will Quinn
  • April 23, 2025
AI in Distribution

Embracing AI: How Distributors Can Unlock Efficiency and Increase Competitiveness

AI tools can level the playing field for smaller distributors.
  • Chris Fisher
  • April 21, 2025
AI in Distribution

Generation X and AI: Right Place, Right Time, Real Experience

Gen X transitioned the business world into the digital era.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 18, 2025
AI in Distribution

How to Build Resilience Into Your Inventory Planning

Distributors need to better plan for uncertainty.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 16, 2025
AI in Distribution

How Distributors Use AI to Increase Sales Effectiveness

How AI is boosting conversions and improving customer relationships.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 15, 2025
AI in Distribution

Overcoming the Challenges of AI Implementation in Distribution

Without proper planning, you won’t see the hurdles coming. 
  • Will Quinn
  • April 15, 2025
Operations

From Factory Shutdowns to TikTok Trends: How the Butterfly Effect Disrupts Supply Chains

A single disruption in your network can have far-reaching impacts.
  • Jeff Metersky
  • April 14, 2025
Digital Strategy

Distributors Need to Be Digitally Deliberate to Win

Without a plan, distributors will get left behind.
  • Nick Pericle
  • April 11, 2025
AI in Distribution

Beyond the Handshake: What Happens After You Say Yes to AI in Distribution

The real work begins after you commit to AI.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 10, 2025
AI in Distribution

How AI is Actively Transforming Warehouse Operations and Inventory Management

Warehouse AI isn’t just for the largest distributors.
  • Will Quinn
  • April 9, 2025
Supply Chain
AI in Distribution

Are Tariffs the Wake-Up Call You Need to Embrace AI?

The recent implementation of tariffs by the U.S. administration has created unprecedented challenges for distribution companies. With tariffs ranging from 10% to nearly 50%
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 4, 2025
AI in Distribution

Inside Sonepar’s AI Strategy: A Conversation with Don Sarno

Don Sarno, Senior VP of Sonepar, discusses how distributors can drive real value from AI.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 4, 2025
Distribution Technology

Beyond eCommerce: Digital Strategy Imperatives for Distributors

eCommerce is only the beginning.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 28, 2025
AI in Distribution

Preparing Your Operation to Harness AI in Wholesale Distribution

AI tools need to be built on a sturdy foundation.
  • Will Quinn
  • March 27, 2025
AI in Distribution

How Better Intelligence Can Cut the Cost of Complexity for Distributors

Without the right intelligence, complexity can erode margins.
  • Chandra Subramanian
  • March 27, 2025
Distribution Technology

How to Unlock the Full Potential of Your Existing Technology in Distribution

Don’t spend money on new systems before properly leveraging your current ones.
  • Will Quinn
  • March 20, 2025

Recent Reports

2025 State of Technology in Distribution

From Silos to Synergy: Transforming B2B Distribution with Automation and Collaboration

Optimizing B2B eCommerce for Distributors: Strategies for Scalability, Supply Chain Visibility and Digital Integration

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2025 State of Distributor Profitability: Distributors’ Action Plan

AI in Distribution

From Hype to ROI: How Distributors Are Really Using AI to Boost Margins

Forget the buzzwords—these five practical strategies are helping distributors turn AI into real-world profit gains.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
AI in Distribution

Why Most AI Tools Don’t Deliver ROI for Distributors

Most AI tools are built with impressive capabilities, but not always with the end-user in mind.
  • Justin Johnson
  • May 2, 2025
Distribution Sales Strategy

How Well Do You Really Know Your Pricing?

Pricing data needs to be normalized and centralized to be actionable.
  • Jon Ladle
  • April 29, 2025
AI in Distribution

The AI Revolution in Distribution: From Optional Tool to Competitive Necessity

Companies that fail to embrace AI as a strategic imperative now risk falling behind.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 24, 2025
AI in Distribution

The Future of AI in Wholesale Distribution: What’s Next and How to Stay Ahead

Distributors should look to develop their own AI solutions.
  • Will Quinn
  • April 23, 2025
AI in Distribution

Embracing AI: How Distributors Can Unlock Efficiency and Increase Competitiveness

AI tools can level the playing field for smaller distributors.
  • Chris Fisher
  • April 21, 2025
AI in Distribution

Generation X and AI: Right Place, Right Time, Real Experience

Gen X transitioned the business world into the digital era.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 18, 2025
AI in Distribution

How to Build Resilience Into Your Inventory Planning

Distributors need to better plan for uncertainty.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 16, 2025
AI in Distribution

How Distributors Use AI to Increase Sales Effectiveness

How AI is boosting conversions and improving customer relationships.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 15, 2025
AI in Distribution

Overcoming the Challenges of AI Implementation in Distribution

Without proper planning, you won’t see the hurdles coming. 
  • Will Quinn
  • April 15, 2025
Operations

From Factory Shutdowns to TikTok Trends: How the Butterfly Effect Disrupts Supply Chains

A single disruption in your network can have far-reaching impacts.
  • Jeff Metersky
  • April 14, 2025
Digital Strategy

Distributors Need to Be Digitally Deliberate to Win

Without a plan, distributors will get left behind.
  • Nick Pericle
  • April 11, 2025
AI in Distribution

Beyond the Handshake: What Happens After You Say Yes to AI in Distribution

The real work begins after you commit to AI.
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 10, 2025
AI in Distribution

How AI is Actively Transforming Warehouse Operations and Inventory Management

Warehouse AI isn’t just for the largest distributors.
  • Will Quinn
  • April 9, 2025
Supply Chain
AI in Distribution

Are Tariffs the Wake-Up Call You Need to Embrace AI?

The recent implementation of tariffs by the U.S. administration has created unprecedented challenges for distribution companies. With tariffs ranging from 10% to nearly 50%
  • Brian Hopkins
  • April 4, 2025
AI in Distribution

Inside Sonepar’s AI Strategy: A Conversation with Don Sarno

Don Sarno, Senior VP of Sonepar, discusses how distributors can drive real value from AI.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • April 4, 2025
Distribution Technology

Beyond eCommerce: Digital Strategy Imperatives for Distributors

eCommerce is only the beginning.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • March 28, 2025
AI in Distribution

Preparing Your Operation to Harness AI in Wholesale Distribution

AI tools need to be built on a sturdy foundation.
  • Will Quinn
  • March 27, 2025
AI in Distribution

How Better Intelligence Can Cut the Cost of Complexity for Distributors

Without the right intelligence, complexity can erode margins.
  • Chandra Subramanian
  • March 27, 2025
Distribution Technology

How to Unlock the Full Potential of Your Existing Technology in Distribution

Don’t spend money on new systems before properly leveraging your current ones.
  • Will Quinn
  • March 20, 2025
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