Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate industry discussion, but actual implementation remains limited.
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The distributor reported third-quarter sales of $2.13 billion, up 11.7% from a year earlier.
The digital job center is part of Sonepar’s broader omnichannel and automation strategy.
The Fargo-based distributor said the leadership moves reflect a broader effort to strengthen oversight in finance, services, and category management.
The acquisition gives Lowe’s a big footprint in the $250 billion professional building market.
The new service lets TD SYNNEX’s resellers and technology partners rent the hardware and tools they need to build and run AI models.
For the twelve months ending June 30, SPI generated $700 million in revenue and $75 million in EBITDA.
The acquisition marks SiteOne’s sixth deal of 2025 as the company continues to extend its national footprint through targeted regional growth.
The acquisition of Spitzer Industries expands Race Rock’s in-house production capacity and technical depth, positioning the combined company as a one-stop distributor.
Distributors already serving industrial and commercial clients can capitalize by offering robotics integration, training, and localized support.
Distributors are investing in robotics, advanced warehouse management systems, and temperature-controlled environments.
Capstone plans to continue acquiring regional distributors that complement its Instone subsidiary, which serves 31 states with stone veneers, hardscape, and masonry products.
One of the most striking report findings was the unprecedented buildup of unsold goods.
The deal continues DXP’s strategy of expanding into specialized markets through targeted acquisitions.
The dip marks a slight pause in an otherwise steady year for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) wholesale sector.
The latest purchases extend a deliberate strategy to build geographic density and bigger product categories.
The Benchmark deal follows Turner’s 2024 acquisition of Alabama Industrial Distributors, based in Oxford, Ala.
The digital system signals a broader shift in how the retailer targets contractors.
Chemicals led August sourcing activity as construction, automotive, healthcare, and packaging buyers looked for stable domestic supply to offset global volatility.
L&W Supply now operates more than 270 branches and supplies wallboard, steel studs, insulation, ceiling systems, and related materials.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate industry discussion, but actual implementation remains limited.
The distributor reported third-quarter sales of $2.13 billion, up 11.7% from a year earlier.
The digital job center is part of Sonepar’s broader omnichannel and automation strategy.
The Fargo-based distributor said the leadership moves reflect a broader effort to strengthen oversight in finance, services, and category management.
The acquisition gives Lowe’s a big footprint in the $250 billion professional building market.
The new service lets TD SYNNEX’s resellers and technology partners rent the hardware and tools they need to build and run AI models.
For the twelve months ending June 30, SPI generated $700 million in revenue and $75 million in EBITDA.
The acquisition marks SiteOne’s sixth deal of 2025 as the company continues to extend its national footprint through targeted regional growth.
The acquisition of Spitzer Industries expands Race Rock’s in-house production capacity and technical depth, positioning the combined company as a one-stop distributor.
Distributors already serving industrial and commercial clients can capitalize by offering robotics integration, training, and localized support.
Distributors are investing in robotics, advanced warehouse management systems, and temperature-controlled environments.
Capstone plans to continue acquiring regional distributors that complement its Instone subsidiary, which serves 31 states with stone veneers, hardscape, and masonry products.
One of the most striking report findings was the unprecedented buildup of unsold goods.
The deal continues DXP’s strategy of expanding into specialized markets through targeted acquisitions.
The dip marks a slight pause in an otherwise steady year for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) wholesale sector.
The latest purchases extend a deliberate strategy to build geographic density and bigger product categories.
The Benchmark deal follows Turner’s 2024 acquisition of Alabama Industrial Distributors, based in Oxford, Ala.
The digital system signals a broader shift in how the retailer targets contractors.
Chemicals led August sourcing activity as construction, automotive, healthcare, and packaging buyers looked for stable domestic supply to offset global volatility.
L&W Supply now operates more than 270 branches and supplies wallboard, steel studs, insulation, ceiling systems, and related materials.
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate industry discussion, but actual implementation remains limited.
The distributor reported third-quarter sales of $2.13 billion, up 11.7% from a year earlier.
The digital job center is part of Sonepar’s broader omnichannel and automation strategy.
The Fargo-based distributor said the leadership moves reflect a broader effort to strengthen oversight in finance, services, and category management.
The acquisition gives Lowe’s a big footprint in the $250 billion professional building market.
The new service lets TD SYNNEX’s resellers and technology partners rent the hardware and tools they need to build and run AI models.
For the twelve months ending June 30, SPI generated $700 million in revenue and $75 million in EBITDA.
The acquisition marks SiteOne’s sixth deal of 2025 as the company continues to extend its national footprint through targeted regional growth.
The acquisition of Spitzer Industries expands Race Rock’s in-house production capacity and technical depth, positioning the combined company as a one-stop distributor.
Distributors already serving industrial and commercial clients can capitalize by offering robotics integration, training, and localized support.
Distributors are investing in robotics, advanced warehouse management systems, and temperature-controlled environments.
Capstone plans to continue acquiring regional distributors that complement its Instone subsidiary, which serves 31 states with stone veneers, hardscape, and masonry products.
One of the most striking report findings was the unprecedented buildup of unsold goods.
The deal continues DXP’s strategy of expanding into specialized markets through targeted acquisitions.
The dip marks a slight pause in an otherwise steady year for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) wholesale sector.
The latest purchases extend a deliberate strategy to build geographic density and bigger product categories.
The Benchmark deal follows Turner’s 2024 acquisition of Alabama Industrial Distributors, based in Oxford, Ala.
The digital system signals a broader shift in how the retailer targets contractors.
Chemicals led August sourcing activity as construction, automotive, healthcare, and packaging buyers looked for stable domestic supply to offset global volatility.
L&W Supply now operates more than 270 branches and supplies wallboard, steel studs, insulation, ceiling systems, and related materials.