Industry Insights

Lowe’s announced in 2024 that it would deploy AI-driven forecasting and replenishment technology.

Expect most pilots to fail. Plan for it. Budget for it.

Both companies are expanding to support additional customers.

Attend the only event on real-world AI execution in distribution.

Procurement budgets are tightening as organizations redirect capital toward AI infrastructure.

Home Depot is accelerating its tech investments in the Pro segment, highlighted by a new AI-powered material estimation tool.

93% of distributors expect increased AI usage, but many are not beyond exploration.

For distributors the Salesforce update is a big indicator that digital commerce is moving B2B into AI-native environments.

AI is transforming industrial exoskeletons by enabling the devices to adapt to individual users.

For distributors, the takeaway is direct: competing in this environment requires deeper integration with customers.

The centerpiece is the Amazon Business Assistant, a conversational AI tool for procurement.

CEO Christine Leahy said the company is “embedding AI into the core of how we operate, serve, and grow.”

The distinction between distributor and service provider is beginning to blur.

US Foods is turning artificial intelligence from a pilot project into everyday infrastructure — and it’s paying off.

The outcome may determine if distributors keep their direct line to customers.

The front door to B2B buying and selling is being rebuilt.

By combining cloud computing, data, and AI, Henry Schein is positioning itself as more than a healthcare distributor.