Industry Insights
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AI Brings Balance to Managing Working Capital for Distributors
How distributors are improving working capital with AI.
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Motion Agrees to Acquire International Conveyor and Rubber
The deal adds 7 locations to Motion’s footprint.
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How Distributors Use AI
Distributors are transforming their operations.
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Takeaways from Day 2 of the Profit & Productivity Summit: Think Beyond Sales Growth
Cash flow, cost management and AI were highlights of the day.
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Takeaways from Day 1 of the Profit & Productivity Summit: It’s Time to Cut Losses and Embrace Value
Insights from speakers on pricing, sales productivity and small orders.
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BlueLinx Opens New Distribution Center
The DC expands the company’s presence in the Pacific Northwest.
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First Supply Opens New Branch
The new branch will be a full-service plumbing location.
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Optimizing Inventory in the Unpredictable VUCA Era
An uncertain economy requires a more structured approach.
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What I Wish I Knew About Driving Profits 20 Years Ago
Ian Heller shares 3 lessons on profitability from 4 decades in distribution.
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Al Bates: Distributors Need to Stop Clinging to Profitability Myths
It’s time to go back to basics.
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Dakota Supply Group Opens Location in Montana
New location includes a DC that will serve the region.
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Grainger Begins Construction on Houston Distribution Center
The distributor hopes to open the facility in 2026.
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Mike Marks: Why Field Sales is Distributors’ ‘Least Productive’ Function
How sales productivity affects distributors’ bottom lines.
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Brooks Hamilton: How to Improve Profit and Productivity with AI
Brooks Hamilton will share his expertise at the 2024 Profit & Productivity Summit.
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How Much Control Do You Really Have Over Your Profitability?
High-profit distributors analyze every operating metric for opportunities.
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How AI Can Transform Distributor Operations with Process Automation
Tips for implementing process automation in your business.
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Endries Opens New Illinois Distribution Center
The new location is 130,000 square feet.
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Wolter Acquires Dedicated Material Handling Solutions
Wolter adds to its service reach in the Southeastern U.S.
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From Entry Level to Executive Level: 3 Skills That Matter Most
Develop these foundational skillsets to unlock opportunities.
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Core & Main Opens New Location
Core & Main grows presence in Northwestern U.S.