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Distribution Industry News

Staples Enhances Warehouse Management Across U.S. Fulfillment Centers

This initiative is a key part of the company’s ongoing efforts to modernize its supply chain.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 23, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Uline Proposes $120 Million Distribution Center Expansion

This proposed building is a key part of Uline’s larger logistics network strategy, which focuses on establishing centralized, high-throughput distribution hubs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 23, 2025
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Distribution Industry News

Lowe’s Leans on Pros, Distributors to Steady Q1 as DIY Demand Slows

Lowe’s has been rolling out new tools for professional customers, such as enhanced bulk ordering options through the Lowe’s mobile app.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Global Industrial Partners with K9s for Warriors for Memorial Day NASCAR

This NASCAR event provides a unique opportunity to raise awareness for K9s for Warriors.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
Winsupply
Distribution Industry News

Why Winsupply Acquired United Lighting & Supply Co.

This acquisition marks Winsupply’s second this year, following its purchase of Kansas-based Industrial Sales Co. earlier in May.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
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Distribution Industry News

Lowe’s Expands Digital Marketplace to Streamline Procurement for Contractors

The marketplace model gives Lowe’s the flexibility to quickly test new categories, respond to regional needs, and manage product availability in real-time.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
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Distribution Industry News

Fusion Capital Acquires Relevant Industrial and Expands Deeper into Engineered Industrial Solutions

Relevant Industrial is a leading B2B distributor specializing in the supply of engineered products and services essential for industrial applications.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
news home depot
Distribution Industry News

Home Depot Q1 Sales Rise 9.4% as Distributors and Contractors Drive Growth

A major part of this growth comes from Home Depot’s acquisition of SRS Distribution, a company that specializes in building products for professionals.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Rexel USA Taps Revalgo AI to Streamline Complex Sales Orders

This implementation is a core part of Rexel USA’s Axelerate 2028 strategic plan, which aims to use AI tools to increase efficiency.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Samsung’s Acquisition of FläktGroup Signals Bigger Push into U.S. HVAC Distribution

For U.S. HVAC distributors, the deal introduces a new competitor in the engineered systems category.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Why Marcone Rebranded to mSupply and Diversified

“We’re building a platform for every technician and trade professional in North America,” CEO Asterio Satrazemis said. “The name mSupply reflects that broader role.”
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Sysco Enters Retail with ‘Sysco to Go’ to Serve Small Food Businesses

The concept operates more like a warehouse club than a retail grocer—offering bulk goods without membership fees or delivery.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

B&F Fastener Supply Rebrands as BFirst Industrial to Signal Growth 

“This rebrand represents more than a new name — it’s a reflection of who we are and where we’re headed,” said Nicole Baltes, president
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Parts Town Launches Employee Ownership Program Covering Entire Workforce

The program applies to every employee across Parts Town Unlimited’s 46 brands and 147 global locations.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Supply Chains Stabilize Amid Slower Growth and Rising Costs

While supply chain conditions are stabilizing, distributors face a landscape of subdued growth and rising costs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Will The Tariff-Driven Increase in Wholesale Sales Fade in The Months Ahead?

This advance buying could result in lower sales for distributors later in the year, but that could be offset by economic growth.
  • Don Davis
  • May 16, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Dedagroup Acquires ORS Group, Launches Deda AI to Advance Industrial Decision Intelligence

Dedagroup is absorbing ORS’s technical capabilities into the newly created Deda AI, a center of excellence that will serve as the company’s hub.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
With new products rolling out, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s on track for a solid 2025.
Distribution Industry News

Henry Schein Steady in Q1, Eyes Strong Start to 2025

With new products, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s in for a solid 2025.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 15, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Cardinal Health Reports Strong Q3 Growth, Doubles Net Income

For Q3 2025, Cardinal Health reported total revenue of $54.9 billion, which, when adjusted for the customer contract expiration, represents a 19% year-over-year increase.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 15, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Suburban Propane Steady in Q1 as Mild Weather Pressures Sales

For the quarter ending December 30, Suburban generated revenue of $397.9 million, representing a 7.5% decrease from $430 million reported in the prior year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 14, 2025

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Distribution Industry News

Staples Enhances Warehouse Management Across U.S. Fulfillment Centers

This initiative is a key part of the company’s ongoing efforts to modernize its supply chain.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 23, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Uline Proposes $120 Million Distribution Center Expansion

This proposed building is a key part of Uline’s larger logistics network strategy, which focuses on establishing centralized, high-throughput distribution hubs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 23, 2025
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Distribution Industry News

Lowe’s Leans on Pros, Distributors to Steady Q1 as DIY Demand Slows

Lowe’s has been rolling out new tools for professional customers, such as enhanced bulk ordering options through the Lowe’s mobile app.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Global Industrial Partners with K9s for Warriors for Memorial Day NASCAR

This NASCAR event provides a unique opportunity to raise awareness for K9s for Warriors.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
Winsupply
Distribution Industry News

Why Winsupply Acquired United Lighting & Supply Co.

This acquisition marks Winsupply’s second this year, following its purchase of Kansas-based Industrial Sales Co. earlier in May.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
news lowes
Distribution Industry News

Lowe’s Expands Digital Marketplace to Streamline Procurement for Contractors

The marketplace model gives Lowe’s the flexibility to quickly test new categories, respond to regional needs, and manage product availability in real-time.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
news m&a
Distribution Industry News

Fusion Capital Acquires Relevant Industrial and Expands Deeper into Engineered Industrial Solutions

Relevant Industrial is a leading B2B distributor specializing in the supply of engineered products and services essential for industrial applications.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
news home depot
Distribution Industry News

Home Depot Q1 Sales Rise 9.4% as Distributors and Contractors Drive Growth

A major part of this growth comes from Home Depot’s acquisition of SRS Distribution, a company that specializes in building products for professionals.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Rexel USA Taps Revalgo AI to Streamline Complex Sales Orders

This implementation is a core part of Rexel USA’s Axelerate 2028 strategic plan, which aims to use AI tools to increase efficiency.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Samsung’s Acquisition of FläktGroup Signals Bigger Push into U.S. HVAC Distribution

For U.S. HVAC distributors, the deal introduces a new competitor in the engineered systems category.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Why Marcone Rebranded to mSupply and Diversified

“We’re building a platform for every technician and trade professional in North America,” CEO Asterio Satrazemis said. “The name mSupply reflects that broader role.”
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Sysco Enters Retail with ‘Sysco to Go’ to Serve Small Food Businesses

The concept operates more like a warehouse club than a retail grocer—offering bulk goods without membership fees or delivery.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

B&F Fastener Supply Rebrands as BFirst Industrial to Signal Growth 

“This rebrand represents more than a new name — it’s a reflection of who we are and where we’re headed,” said Nicole Baltes, president
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Parts Town Launches Employee Ownership Program Covering Entire Workforce

The program applies to every employee across Parts Town Unlimited’s 46 brands and 147 global locations.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Supply Chains Stabilize Amid Slower Growth and Rising Costs

While supply chain conditions are stabilizing, distributors face a landscape of subdued growth and rising costs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Will The Tariff-Driven Increase in Wholesale Sales Fade in The Months Ahead?

This advance buying could result in lower sales for distributors later in the year, but that could be offset by economic growth.
  • Don Davis
  • May 16, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Dedagroup Acquires ORS Group, Launches Deda AI to Advance Industrial Decision Intelligence

Dedagroup is absorbing ORS’s technical capabilities into the newly created Deda AI, a center of excellence that will serve as the company’s hub.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
With new products rolling out, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s on track for a solid 2025.
Distribution Industry News

Henry Schein Steady in Q1, Eyes Strong Start to 2025

With new products, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s in for a solid 2025.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 15, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Cardinal Health Reports Strong Q3 Growth, Doubles Net Income

For Q3 2025, Cardinal Health reported total revenue of $54.9 billion, which, when adjusted for the customer contract expiration, represents a 19% year-over-year increase.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 15, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Suburban Propane Steady in Q1 as Mild Weather Pressures Sales

For the quarter ending December 30, Suburban generated revenue of $397.9 million, representing a 7.5% decrease from $430 million reported in the prior year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 14, 2025

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Distribution Industry News

Staples Enhances Warehouse Management Across U.S. Fulfillment Centers

This initiative is a key part of the company’s ongoing efforts to modernize its supply chain.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 23, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Uline Proposes $120 Million Distribution Center Expansion

This proposed building is a key part of Uline’s larger logistics network strategy, which focuses on establishing centralized, high-throughput distribution hubs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 23, 2025
news lowes
Distribution Industry News

Lowe’s Leans on Pros, Distributors to Steady Q1 as DIY Demand Slows

Lowe’s has been rolling out new tools for professional customers, such as enhanced bulk ordering options through the Lowe’s mobile app.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Global Industrial Partners with K9s for Warriors for Memorial Day NASCAR

This NASCAR event provides a unique opportunity to raise awareness for K9s for Warriors.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
Winsupply
Distribution Industry News

Why Winsupply Acquired United Lighting & Supply Co.

This acquisition marks Winsupply’s second this year, following its purchase of Kansas-based Industrial Sales Co. earlier in May.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 22, 2025
news lowes
Distribution Industry News

Lowe’s Expands Digital Marketplace to Streamline Procurement for Contractors

The marketplace model gives Lowe’s the flexibility to quickly test new categories, respond to regional needs, and manage product availability in real-time.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
news m&a
Distribution Industry News

Fusion Capital Acquires Relevant Industrial and Expands Deeper into Engineered Industrial Solutions

Relevant Industrial is a leading B2B distributor specializing in the supply of engineered products and services essential for industrial applications.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
news home depot
Distribution Industry News

Home Depot Q1 Sales Rise 9.4% as Distributors and Contractors Drive Growth

A major part of this growth comes from Home Depot’s acquisition of SRS Distribution, a company that specializes in building products for professionals.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 21, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Rexel USA Taps Revalgo AI to Streamline Complex Sales Orders

This implementation is a core part of Rexel USA’s Axelerate 2028 strategic plan, which aims to use AI tools to increase efficiency.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Samsung’s Acquisition of FläktGroup Signals Bigger Push into U.S. HVAC Distribution

For U.S. HVAC distributors, the deal introduces a new competitor in the engineered systems category.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Why Marcone Rebranded to mSupply and Diversified

“We’re building a platform for every technician and trade professional in North America,” CEO Asterio Satrazemis said. “The name mSupply reflects that broader role.”
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 20, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Sysco Enters Retail with ‘Sysco to Go’ to Serve Small Food Businesses

The concept operates more like a warehouse club than a retail grocer—offering bulk goods without membership fees or delivery.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

B&F Fastener Supply Rebrands as BFirst Industrial to Signal Growth 

“This rebrand represents more than a new name — it’s a reflection of who we are and where we’re headed,” said Nicole Baltes, president
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Parts Town Launches Employee Ownership Program Covering Entire Workforce

The program applies to every employee across Parts Town Unlimited’s 46 brands and 147 global locations.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 19, 2025
Distribution Industry News

U.S. Supply Chains Stabilize Amid Slower Growth and Rising Costs

While supply chain conditions are stabilizing, distributors face a landscape of subdued growth and rising costs.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Will The Tariff-Driven Increase in Wholesale Sales Fade in The Months Ahead?

This advance buying could result in lower sales for distributors later in the year, but that could be offset by economic growth.
  • Don Davis
  • May 16, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Dedagroup Acquires ORS Group, Launches Deda AI to Advance Industrial Decision Intelligence

Dedagroup is absorbing ORS’s technical capabilities into the newly created Deda AI, a center of excellence that will serve as the company’s hub.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 16, 2025
With new products rolling out, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s on track for a solid 2025.
Distribution Industry News

Henry Schein Steady in Q1, Eyes Strong Start to 2025

With new products, a more streamlined operation, and demand building in key segments, the company believes it’s in for a solid 2025.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 15, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Cardinal Health Reports Strong Q3 Growth, Doubles Net Income

For Q3 2025, Cardinal Health reported total revenue of $54.9 billion, which, when adjusted for the customer contract expiration, represents a 19% year-over-year increase.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 15, 2025
Distribution Industry News

Suburban Propane Steady in Q1 as Mild Weather Pressures Sales

For the quarter ending December 30, Suburban generated revenue of $397.9 million, representing a 7.5% decrease from $430 million reported in the prior year.
  • Distribution Strategy Group
  • May 14, 2025
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