February 9, 2018 - Modern Distribution Management

February 9, 2018

Crossing the Chasm

Distributors contemplating the move from being a lifestyle business to being professionally managed need to weigh these factors first.

This article includes:

  • The difference between a lifestyle business and a professionally managed business
  • Where plan B comes in
  • The obstacles

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  • MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Storms Stunt Distributor Growth
  • Distributors Up Search Marketing Efforts
  • Amazon Business: The Burning E-Platform

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Case Study: PE Impact on Foodservice Distribution

Over the last several years, private equity firms have invested billions of dollars in distribution. This analysis examines how consolidation has impacted the foodservice sector and the opportunities private equity sees in the segment.

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  • PE Impact on Foodservice Distribution
  • Market implications: threats & opportunities
  • Call to action

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Commentary: Amazon Marches On, and On…

In case you missed it, Amazon just announced 2017 results. Once again, they didnt hold back on bulleted highlights, including items related to Amazon Business and its continued growth into distribution channels. Here is some color commentary on Amazons 2017 advances.

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Download this Issue in PDF: February 10, 2018

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Table of Contents:

  • Crossing the Chasm
  • Commentary: Amazon Marches On, and On, and …
  • Case Study: PE Impact on Foodservice Distribution
  • Market Snapshot: Market Demand for Electrical MRO
  • MDM News Digest 4803

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