Now available to Premium members and in the MDM Store, the issue contains the most articles we've packed into an issue in several years.
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Combining MDM's No. 2 and 21 Top Electrical Distributors, it will net Sonepar 23 branches in the southern and southwest U.S. and over 700 associates.
We chat with John Gunderson, who authored our three-part analysis series and subsequent case study report on Wesco's recent and ongoing transformation as North America's top electrical distributor.
Mastering continuous improvement is key to overcoming distribution challenges. This article reveals how a structured approach can transform operational efficiency and drive lasting success.
Another active month has 2024 far outpacing 2023's activity. Get caught up on all of August's distributor M&A news here.
Family-owned MRO and JanSan distributor 1st Ayd's field sales model emphasizes freedom and entrepreneurship. Company President Tommy Schreiner tells us what it takes to make that work.
The second of this three-part Premium series examines the plumbing, HVAC and industrial supplier’s exclusive brands that have been a key market accelerator.
Still having gross margin problems despite investments in pricing software, ERP upgrades and talent? It usually boils down to two root causes. This piece maps out pricing-driven margin success.
Fastenal launched an AI-upgraded chatbot in June, and is currently building a sourcing tool — both intended to help its staff. Get the details here.
With demand softness lasting longer than any industrial distributor would prefer, we examine recent executive commentary and numerous economic indicators to make sense of business conditions.
ISEA CEO Cam Mackey joins to discuss safety standards and regulations that will inform future safety product demand.
Our recent discussion with Andrew Brown addressed how distributors stand to benefit from supporting skilled trades while debunking myths associated with them.
The first of this three-part Premium series examines the plumbing, HVAC and industrial supplier’s scaled diversification that has put it at or near the top of many of MDM’s Top Distributors Lists.
Cheney significantly expands PFG's presence in the Southeast U.S., along with a Puerto Rico distributor acquired in July.
MDM Editors Mike Hockett and Vesna Brajkovic analyze the immense value this year's SHIFT conference provides; their biggest takeaways from the 2023 version; our 2024 agenda highlights; and why you should be there.
Month-to-month, all but two of the U.S. wholesale trade’s 19 sectors saw further regression in our August forecast.
Through a new report and an interview with someone close to QXO, MDM gleaned insights about which building materials verticals the splash-making distributor is targeting.
The former longtime editor of Industrial Distribution died on Aug. 5. See our tribute to him here, which includes commentary from colleagues that knew him best.
Distributors can consistently achieve their goals and boost their bottom line by starting with a deep understanding of their customers.
