2Q15 MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Slump Moves Beyond Oil & Gas
Broadening U.S. industrial weakness takes toll on distributors’ revenues.
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2015
Avnet Electronics Marketing Names SVP of Digital Transformation
Kevin Yapp appointed to newly created role to advance digital strategy.
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May Wholesale Revenues Down 3.8% YOY
Sales of durable goods up 1.6 percent from last May.
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Preventing Predictable Disruptions
Unpredictable supply chain disruptions such as natural disasters and labor disputes garner the biggest headlines, but the predictable disruption of a channel partner changing its business system can cause some of the biggest headaches. Despite a potential for upheaval, distributors and manufacturers can take strategic precautions to minimize problems.
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- How to assess the problem
- Solutions for minimizing predictable disruptions
- Supply chain strategies for success
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- Case Study: The Disruptive Holiday
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Commentary: Refocus on the Foundation
Dont lose sight of what youre actually selling.
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- Distributors Getting Back to the Basics
- MDM Pricing Trends Report: First Quarter 2015
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‘Breakout Year’ May Never Come
The U.S. economy has entered a slow growth environment, where 3 to 4 percent GDP growth is likely a thing of the past. And although employment is increasing year-over-year, it still has not rebounded to prerecession levels in some areas.
This article is a summary of the MDM Webcast: The 2015 Mid-Year Economic Update.
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- An overview of the current state of the U.S. economy
- MDM Industrial Inflation Index: April 2015
- Distribution industry specific area of concern
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- Good News, Bad News for U.S. Economy
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- Brighter Days Ahead for Oil & Gas?
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Predictable Supply Chain Disruptions Abound
Plan for disruptions such as warehouse relocation, inclement weather and labor disputes.
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The Cost of Not Providing E-Commerce
Reasoning for and consequences of not investing in e-commerce.
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- Distributors Embrace, Expand Online Customer Base
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Offshoring Debate Continues in Wake of Productivity Study
Pros and cons of offshoring versus reshoring.
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MDM News Digest 4513
News briefs from June 26-July 10, 2015.
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Who Should Analyze Your Data?
Often, the list of skills required for your analysis is unrealistic for one person
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BlackHawk Industrial Acquires Jarvis Supply
Acquisition strengthens BlackHawk’s footprint in Colorado.
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Download this Issue in PDF: July 10, 2015
This is the PDF of this issue of Modern Distribution Management.
Table of Contents:
- Preventing Predictable Disruptions
- Commentary: Refocus on the Foundation
- Predictable Supply Chain Disruptions Abound
- Breakout Year May Never Come
- The Cost of Not Providing E-Commerce
- Offshoring Debate Continues in Wake of Productivity Study
- Market Analysis: Plastics Consumption in North America
- News Digest
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Market Analysis: Plastics Consumption in North America
The MDM Market Analysis, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes consumption of plastics products by end user in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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- Market Analysis: Welding Gases & Equipment Consumption in North America
- MDM Interview: TTI’s Strategic Approach to Global Growth
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Praxair Acquires Cryospec & Garland Welding Supplies
Acquisitions strengthen companys presence in California and Texas.
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Alcoa Sales Up 1% in 2Q
Aerospace, automotive and alumina organic growth was 12.7 percent.
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Tip: Complete Extensive Due Diligence When Expanding Abroad
Understanding local business practices is critical to maximize international opportunities.
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Delta Industrial Valves Acquired by The Weir Group
Acquisition strengthens Weir Minerals presence in the mining and oil sands markets.
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Wesco Aircraft Appoints EVP of Strategy and Business Process Development
Daniel Snow to lead integration with Haas Group and development of business processes.
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