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The MDM Market Analysis, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes consumption of adhesives & sealants MRO by end user in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.

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MDM Interview: Beyond Change Management

Companies, Human Resources in Wholesale Distribution, Management, Operations, Strategy, Top Distributor Sectors / Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier

In an era of fundamental change, what a leader looks like needs to change as well. In their recent book Leading in a Changing World, coauthors Graeme Codrington and Keith Coats share insights on how leaders can adapt. Codrington recently spoke with MDM Editor Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier about the drivers behind the fundamental changes and what leaders need to do to keep up.

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The difference between transformation and change
Most common mistakes in change implementation
First step that a leader should take for change

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Tip: Focus Rebranding on Customer Needs

Finance, Free, Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Research & Analytics, Sales & Marketing, Strategy / MDM Staff

Repositioning efforts should always start with most important stakeholder.

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3 Keys to a Successful Digital Strategy

Data & Analytics, eCommerce, Human Resources in Wholesale Distribution, Management, Operations, Sales & Marketing, Strategy, Technology / Brooke Baum

A digital strategy is necessary for companies that want to build lasting relationships with customers and stay ahead of the competition. This article explains how a robust digital presence can leverage a competitive advantage by identifying opportunities that increase efficiencies and customer satisfaction.

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Risks of not implementing a digital strategy
How digital should be used to benefit customers
Benefits of a strategic digital approach

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Commentary: While the Industry Changes, Fundamentals Don’t

Economic Trends, Management, Research & Analytics, Strategy, Technology / Tom Gale

The pace of change has accelerated, but dont lose sight of the basics.

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Download this Issue in PDF: December 10, 2015

Full Issue PDF / MDM Staff

This is the PDF of this issue of Modern Distribution Management.

Table of Contents:

Integrated Supplys Next Phase
Commentary: While the Industry Changes, Fundamentals Dont
Beyond Change Management
3 Keys to a Successful Digital Strategy
Supply Chain Sustainability Efforts Grow
Market Analysis: Adhesives & Sealants MRO Consumption in the United States
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Canadian Capacity Utilization Rates Up in 3Q

Economic Trends, Free, News, Research & Analytics / MDM Staff

The capacity utilization rate increased in 14 of the 21 major groups in the manufacturing sector.

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Integrated Supply’s Next Phase

Inventory Management, Operations, Research & Analytics, Strategy, Technology / Eric Smith

For more than a quarter of a century, MDM has covered the complex and changing landscape of integrated supply in distribution. This article, an update to the 2010 report, shows distributors the value of offering integrated supply while outlining the challenges they must overcome.

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