MAPI Economist: ‘Debt drama’ in the Eurozone unnerving global financial markets.
Global Outlook Sees ‘Clear & Present Danger’ to Economic Rebound Read More »
Effective action plans are more that “do what we have always done a little better.”
Tip: Create Precise, Definitive Action Plans for Growth Read More »
A rep with a compelling value proposition will quickly attract C-level attention.
Turbocharge Your Value Proposition Read More »
Crane segment sales posted an increase of 20.7 percent for the period.
Manitowoc Sales Up 15.9% in 3Q Read More »
Excluding transportation, new orders increased 1.7 percent.
Durable Goods New Orders Down 0.8% in September Read More »
The new location will serve 11 counties in west-central Indiana.
Graybar to Open Branch in Lafayette, IN Read More »
Praxair reported double-digit sales growth in all geographic regions.
Praxair Third-Quarter Sales Up 14% Read More »
Profit for the manufacturer of food safety, facility hygiene and product protection products fell 4%.
Sealed Air Corp. Sales Up 10% in 3Q Read More »
The diversified manufacturer reported year-on-year sales increases in all geographic regions.
3M Sales Up 9.6% in Third Quarter Read More »
From my viewpoint in this industry, the “new normal” needs to be trashed and redefined into the “new reality.” I’ve been to several wholesale distribution industry meetings the past month, and I have never been more struck by…
Commentary: The New Reality vs. The “New Normal” Read More »
Profit increased 6.3 percent for the period.
Carlisle Companies Posts 15% Organic Growth in 3Q Read More »
Robert W. Baird & Co., in partnership with Modern Distribution Management, conducted a survey of nearly 500 distributors and manufacturers to gauge business trends and the outlook for the distribution industry in diverse sectors. Here is a summary of third-quarter results.
On average, respondents to the latest quarterly MDM/Baird survey said third-quarter revenues were up 8.9 percent year-over-year. In the second-quarter survey, respondents indicated…
3Q MDM-Baird Benchmarking Survey: Signs of Uncertainty Read More »
News briefs for Oct. 11 – 25, 2011.
MDM News Digest 4120 Read More »
Anixter saw sales growth in all geographic regions during the quarter.
Anixter Third Quarter Sales Climb 20% Read More »
At HARDI convention, Mike Workman talks about what keeps distributors from effectively implementing strategy.
5 Obstacles to Strategy Execution Read More »
Profit increased 5.9% to $33.4 million.
Owens & Minor 3Q Sales Up 5.5% Read More »
This is the pdf of this issue of Modern Distribution Management. Apply the full $34.95 pay-per-view cost of this issue toward an annual subscription, which includes two issues a month plus access to more than eight years of online archives and market data. Call 1-888-742-5060 or email info@mdm.com to subscribe. Subscribers log-in to download this issue.
Download This Issue in pdf: Oct. 25, 2011 Read More »
Profit for the industrial distributor increased 27.1 percent.
Applied Industrial Technologies Sales Up 9.9% in 3Q Read More »
Littlejohn purchased SunSource from CHS Capital, a Chicago-based private equity firm.
SunSource Holdings Acquired by Littlejohn & Co. Read More »
Profit for the manufacturer of advanced composites more than doubled in the quarter to $32.2 million.
Hexcel Sales Grow 19.5% in Third Quarter Read More »
By providing your email, you agree to receive announcements from us and our partners for our newsletter, events, surveys, and partner resources per MDM Terms & Conditions. You can withdraw consent at any time.
Wholesale distribution news and trends delivered right to your inbox.
Sign-up for our free newsletter and get:
