MDM provides an outlook of the state of the distribution industry based on reader surveys and data collection in partnership with Oracle NetSuite. This white paper includes the growth outlook, top concerns, pain points, plans for building revenue and cutting costs and technology plans for 2019.
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Distribution companies expect their customer touchpoints to radically change in the next three years, as sales channels continue to rapidly evolve. Even so, the distribution community is not aggressively embracing digital strategies, according to a recent MDM survey in conjunction with Infor. Read the results of MDM's Technology Trends in Distribution survey.
MDM's top news briefs from News briefs from February 26 - March 10, 2019.
Wholesale revenues, inventories and ratios from December 2018.
The MDM Market Snapshot, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes market demand for Pipes, Valves & Fittings in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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While M&A activity was strong in 2018, there are a number of factors lining up to make 2019 even stronger. Sales model, digital are new market dynamics in play.
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While new products and technology designed to assist and enhance the wholesale distribution industry have continued to evolve in the last couple of years, wholesalers report their top challenges remain the same. The short-term problem they most expect to face in 2019 is the increasing volatility of demand due to new competition, new customers and digital e-commerce (79 percent), according to supply chain solution company Blue Ridge.
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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’s top news briefs from News briefs from February 11 – February 25, 2019.
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Amazon Business has not only changed the rules for customer expectations on price and purchasing options, theyve rewritten the book on how distributors of all sizes, across all product sectors, compete in the future. Distributors need to map out a plan to invest in the technology and the strategic capabilities that will help them engage and retain customers, even as Amazon Business grows at exponential rates globally and other digital disruptors and traditional competitors quickly advance their value propositions. Download the free white paper to learn more about what you can do to enhance your value proposition, digital capabilities, and moats and differentiated services.
MDM’s top news briefs from News briefs from January 26 – February 10, 2019.
Wholesale revenues, inventories and ratios from November 2018.
The MDM Market Snapshot, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes market demand for Power Tools in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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The road to true, transaction-enabled ecommerce is fraught with obstacles, with many right paths to success. But there are proven best practices. Read the results of MDMs latest survey on e-commerce implementation and learn from the story of how one of North Americas largest sports novelties distributors, with more than 50,000 SKUs, quickly built a strong e-commerce platform with integrated inventory management capability.
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’s top news briefs from News briefs from January 11 – January 25, 2019.
This report is researched and produced by MDM editors. View the Third Quarter 2018 report here.
These product groups provide a snapshot of inflation trends based on the Producer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Fourth quarter 2018 pricing levels are compared with third quarter 2018 and fourth quarter 2017. Year-end 2018 levels are compared to year-end 2016 levels.
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Industrial
- Abrasives
- Adhesives & Sealants
- Metal Cutting Machine Tools
- Metal Forming Machine Tools
- Pumps, Compressors, & Eqmt
- Ind. Material Handling Eqmt
- Rubber & Plastic Hose
- Rubber & Plastic Belts & Belting
- Ind. Rubber Products, nec
- Metal Valves (not fluid power)
- Personal Safety Equipment & Clothing
- Steel Mill Products
Construction
- Softwood Lumber
- Hardwood Lumber
- General Millwork
- Gypsum Products
- Hardboard, Particlebd, Fiberbd
- Plywood
- Plastic Construction Products
- Wood Ties, Siding, Shingles,
- Shakes
Electrical
- Electrical Machinery & Eqmt
- Electronic Components & Accs
- Integrating and Measuring Instruments
- Motors & Generators
- Wiring Devices
- Transformers & Power Regulators
- Switchgear, Switchboard, etc., Eqmt
- Communications & Related Eqmt
- Electric Lamp Bulbs & Parts
Other Related Electrical
- Lighting Fixtures
- Nonferrous Wire & Cable
- Fabricated Ferrous Wire & Cable
Power Transmission/Bearing
- Mechanical Power Transmission Eqmt
- Ball & Roller Bearings
- Plain Bearings & Bushings
- Speed Changers, Drives & Gears
Fluid Power
- Fluid Power Eqmt
- Fluid Power Valves
- Fluid Power Hose/ Tube Fittings
- Fluid Power Pumps & Parts
- Fluid Power Actuators/ Accum/ Cylinders
Plastics
- Plastic Resins & Materials
- Plastic Products (Overall)
Fasteners
- Nuts, Bolts, Screws, Rivets, Washers (overall)
- Aircraft Fasteners
- Externally Threaded Fasteners
- Internally Threaded Fasteners
- Nonthreaded Metal Fasteners
Hardware
- Hardware (overall)
- Builders’ Hardware
Tools
- Hand & Edge Tools
- Power-Driven Hand Tools
- Tools, Dies, Jigs, Molds, Fixtures
- Cutting Tools & Accs (overall)
- Precision Measuring Tools
- Small Cutting Tools
Gases/Welding
- Industrial Gases
- Welding Machinery/ Equipment
Paper
- Pulp, Paper & Allied Products (overall)
- Sanitary Paper Products
- Boxes
- Packaging Products from Plastic
HVACR/Plumbing
- Air Cond. & Refrigeration Eqmt
- Heating Eqmt
- Plumbing Fixtures & Fittings
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In this two-page report, available to download in PDF after log-in, we feature data on merger and acquisition trends and financial metrics for the largest publicly traded distributors across diverse sectors in the fourth quarter of 2018.
In partnership with Houlihan Lokey, an investment banking firm, the report includes data on M&A activity trends across all industries (not just distribution), as well as valuation multiples for deals in all industries.
The MDM Market Snapshot, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes market demand for Machine Tool Accessories in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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