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Defining ROI often depends on where companies are on their digital transformations, and there’s not a one-size-fits all definition of ROI for all distributors.
Customer engagement often begins and ends with robust technology.
Scott Pierson of Bluon outlines the challenges of identifying a true e-commerce solution in the HVAC industry and shows a path for any distributor in need of removing the hurdles.
Distributor and manufacturer panelists at the recent AD eCommerce Summit discussed the importance of getting advanced product content onto websites.
Avoid the pitfalls that can come with digital-enhancement projects by putting these best practices into place.
Trusted and well-defined customer data can take to you to the next level.
Proton.ai's Jill Voege writes that while many distributors tend to think of AI as an abstract concept, it's actually a technology that can provide real value for their businesses.
E-commerce costs too much, won't make a difference to a distributor's bottom line and isn't worth much more than brand promotion. Right? Not so fast, say SAP's David Koenig and Mirakl's Angela Troccoli.
Should Amazon Business hit $100 billion or more in the next few years, it would be a 'flashing danger sign' for independent distributors, say Applico's Nick Johnson and Alex Moazed. The alternative, they tell MDM in this week's podcast, would be if distributors invest in other marketplaces.
Quantum computing offers a significant opportunity to solve complex constrained optimization problems in near real-time, as demanded by modern distribution challenges, with more accuracy and better answers to drive better decisions.
The pandemic has provided a unique opportunity for companies to prove their value in the supply chain — and they can look to Aerosmith and Gwen Stefani as examples.
Digital commitments are paying off for the 2021 MDM Digital Innovator award winners, thanks to their quick action and customer-centric initiatives.
Digital commitments are paying off for the 2021 MDM Digital Innovator award winners, thanks to their quick action and customer-centric initiatives.
Bloomreach’s Jason Hein talks about how a good customer experience is key for both traditional and digital distributors.
Alex Moazed, Applico CEO, recently interviewed the leadership team at Faire, which took the top spot among B2B marketplaces.
Home Depot’s new online technology lets pro or do-it-yourself (DIY) customers reserve and rent equipment online up to 30 days in advance.
Artificial intelligence, machine learning, edge compute and 5G technology are poised to play key roles in distributor technology transformation.
With a background in event ticketing, Scott Barrows got a front row seat to witness how e-commerce platforms can affect distributor performance. Although in a different market sector, the lessons Barrows learned carry into the way he manages BluePallet, a B2B e-commerce platform currently serving the chemicals vertical.
There is a big difference between sessions and raw new visitor traffic. Distributors have built their businesses on relationships, and sessions are a way of measuring potential budding relationships in the digital environment.
