Bossard Group Sales Up 0.9% in 1Q
Sales growth in Europe, despite weak demand in Switzerland.
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April 2016
Report: Market Volatility, Consumer Spending Dampen CFO Optimism in 1Q
Outlook still positive for 2016, but at a lower level than previous surveys.
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MDM News Digest 4607
News briefs from March 26-April 10, 2016.
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Download this Issue in PDF: April 10, 2016
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Table of Contents:
- 2016 State of E-Commerce: E-Commerce Races to Maturity
- Commentary: Be Patient, Persistent on Your E-Commerce Journey
- Cut Costs, Keep Customers with Logistics
- Market Analysis: Saw Blades Consumption in the United States
- News Digest
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2016 State of E-Commerce: E-Commerce Races to Maturity
The fifth annual MDM distribution e-commerce survey conducted with Real Results Marketing revealed several key trends:
- The number of companies with at least 10 percent of their total revenue from e-com¬merce grew 8 percentage points from 2014.
- Most distributors require a customer to log in to see pricing and purchase products.
- The primary objectives among distributors for e-commerce remain acquiring new customers, enhancing their company brands and improving the user experience.
- A quarter of distributors receive 50 percent or more of their orders by email.
This article examines the results of the 2016 State of E-Commerce in Distribution Survey and how the industry’s e-commerce offerings are maturing.
This article includes:
- E-commerce top priorities
- Types of e-commerce platforms
- Tips for handling pricing
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- The ROI Case for B2B E-Commerce
- Grainger Tackles the Data Challenge
- Historical E-Commerce Trends in Distribution
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Cut Costs, Keep Customers with Logistics
While distributors dont always prioritize their logistics capabilities, it is critical to optimize transportation efforts and distribution center networks amid growing threats and rising expenses. This article details supply chain strategies distributors can deploy to better manage costs and retain customers.
This article includes:
- Areas to cut costs
- Managing customer expectations
- Logistics opportunities
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- Better Supply Chain=Improved Profitability
- Preparing for the Worst
- 2016 Distribution Remodel: Refocus on the Core
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Commentary: Be Patient, Persistent on Your E-Commerce Journey
When it comes to e-commerce, you cant just build it and expect them to come.
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- AD Tackles E-Commerce Monster
- 3 Keys to a Successful Digital Strategy
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Market Analysis: Saw Blades Consumption in the United States
The MDM Market Analysis, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes consumption of Saw Blades supplies by end user in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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- 2016 Distribution Remodel: Refocus on the Core
- Market Analysis: PVF Consumption in the United States
- MDM Pricing Trends Report: Fourth Quarter 2015
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H.B. Fuller Names CFO
John Corkrean named executive vice president and chief financial officer.
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Jason Industries Names President & COO
Brian Kobylinski named president and chief operating officer.
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WD-40 Sales Down 3% in 2Q
Profit increased 21 percent to $13.7 million.
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F.W. Webb Acquires State Line Supply
Acquisition expands company’s presence in New Hampshire.
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Airgas Reorganizes South Distribution Region
Company to form two separate regions within the South Division.
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February Wholesale Revenues Down 3.1% YOY
Sales of durable goods up 0.2 percent from last February.
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Canadian Building Permits Up 15.5% in February
Rise attributed to higher construction intentions for commercial buildings in Alberta.
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Tip: Provide Leadership Training to Improve Customer Satisfaction
Empowered employees can make greater strides in their current roles.
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Ferguson Acquires Andrews Lighting Gallery
Acquisition of Oklahoma-based company expands Ferguson’s presence.
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Pentair Names President of Valves & Controls
Dennis Cassidy appointed to role.
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Hyster-Yale Acquires Speedshield’s Telematics Business
Acquisition expands company’s presence footprint in U.S. and UK.
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Focus on Business Problems to Fix Culture
HBR: Cultural change occurs only after tackling business challenges.
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