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June 2017

Better Business Outlook for Industry

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue.

While U.S. GDP growth in first quarter of 2017 was a tepid 1.2 percent, for many distributors, the new year marked a shift in outlook for the industry. But there’s also a shift in customer expectations, as highlighted by the trends examined in this issue.

This article includes:

  • An overview of distributor revenue
  • How distributors are adapting to economic conditions
  • Insights from industry executives on economic trends

 

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3 Ways Amazon is Disrupting Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue.

Amazon’s impact on e-commerce and delivery expectations in distribution is evident, but distributors and industry analysts have identified several other ways the online giant is disrupting the industry – online and off.

These include:

  • Extended credit terms
  • Marketplace selling
  • Price transparency

 

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Other Trends to Watch

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue.

MDM identified a handful of other distribution trends to watch for the rest of 2017 and into next year. Look for stories on these and other topics relevant to the industry in future issues of MDM Premium and at mdm.com.

Other trends include:

  • The millennial effect
  • New wasy to approach training
  • Shifting the focus of delivery

 

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MDM Interview: SBP Holdings Won’t Be Chasing Oil Rigs

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue.

Challenging conditions in oil and gas markets continue to present some hurdles for hose and rigging equipment distributor SBP Holdings, but a balanced growth strategy over the years has made a “rock solid” company, according to President & CEO Don Fritzinger. Fritzinger recently spoke with Editor Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier about the company’s approach to changing markets and M&A.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Gases & Welding Equipment Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the gases & welding equipment distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Plastics Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the plastics distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Industrial PVF Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the industrial PVF distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Safety Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the safety distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Building Materials & Construction Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the building materials & construction distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Industrial Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the industrial distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: HVACR & Plumbing Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the HVACR & plumbing distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Electronics Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the electronics distribution sector.

The annual feature was researched and written by MDM based on interviews with dozens of distributors, industry experts and manufacturers. MDM also conducted a survey of its readers to uncover the trends outlined in this issue.

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MDM Industrial Inflation Index: May 2017

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Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.

This index includes:

  • Abrasives Products
  • Cutting Tools
  • Power Transmission Equipment
  • Fasteners
  • Valves, etc.
  • Power Tools
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • Belting
  • Hand Tools
  • Misc. Metal

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  • MDM Pricing Trends Report: First Quarter 2017
  • How to Navigate Key HR Issues in 2017
  • Market Snapshot: Cutting Tools Market Demand in the United States
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MDM Interview: DSG’s Late Night Loyalty Advantage

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue.

Customer satisfaction drives Dakota Supply Group. The Fargo, ND-based electrical, HVAC and plumbing distributor recently launched its After Hours Experts initiative to provide technical, service and sales support for customers beyond the routine Monday to Friday, 8-to-5 schedule. CEO Todd Kumm spoke with Associate Editor Eric Smith about how the company works to differentiate amid changing customer demands.

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2017 Trends Snapshot: Power Transmission & Bearing Distribution

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This article is part of MDM's 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue. It provides a quick look at key trends affecting the power transmission & bearing distribution sector.

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Houston Wire & Cable Names President of Vertex Distribution

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Vertex Corporate Holdings Inc., Houston, TX, a division of Houston Wire & Cable Company (NASDAQ:HWCC), has named Richard Megliola as president. Megliola was previously director of sales North America for Acument Global Technology, a division of Fontana Gruppo Special Fasteners. Megliola is currently serving as a board member on the National Fastener Distributors Association (NFDA).

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