As distributors navigate 2025’s volatile economy, those with strong fundamentals and bold strategies are emerging as market leaders. This report explores how top-performing companies are leveraging AI, M&A opportunities, and value-added services to drive growth, improve margins, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Key Takeaways:

• Economic trends and market forces reshaping distribution in 2025.
• Why AI, CX systems, and analytics are critical to performance.
• What’s driving M&A—and how to prepare for it.
• Strategic growth areas: data centers, healthcare, and food sectors.

• Actionable recommendations for tech, operations, and leadership.