February 2017 M&A Roundup: Wolseley, Ferguson Headline Slow Month
Fluid power sector sees consolidation as top distributors acquire growth.
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Recommended Reading: Amazon Effect Takes Aim at Relationship Equity
Survey shows distributor sales reps could become “less necessary” in future.
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MAPI: Economy ‘Turning in Right Direction’
But China’s stagnation, looming Brexit pose big questions for U.S. economy.
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Keys to Better ROI from Technology
Getting better returns starts with implementation
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Essendant Adapting to New Threats
Company refocuses brand positioning, expands product categories.
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Could Distributor Revenues Rebound in 2017?
Industry looks to regain footing after flat performance in 2016.
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‘Unusually Grim & Painful’ Downturn Drives Innovation for NOV
Manufacturer deploying machine learning, predictive analytics to lower customer costs.
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Amazon Business: Foe with Benefits?
Amazon outlines distribution strategy.
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January 2017 M&A Roundup: Beacon Starts Year with 2 Acquisitions
Bunzl also kicks off 2017 by adding pair of companies to portfolio.
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Video: Field Sales May be Damaging Your Bid Power
Stop ignoring the sales gorilla in the room.
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4Q16 MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Optimism Belies Results
Despite 2016 ending on sour note, distributors hopeful for turnaround this year.
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MSC Optimistic About 2017 Despite 1Q Sales Dip
Customers investing in capital equipment at end of 2016 boosts long-term outlook.
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Recommended Reading: Disrupters Prove Need to Engage Customers
Uber, Amazon just two examples of how companies can change the rules.
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Brighter Days Ahead for U.S. Manufacturing?
Optimism high for domestic manufacturing, but global outlook still weak.
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Craftsman Deal: Sears Throws Monkey Wrench in Room
Stanley Black & Decker purchase further shakes up compressed market.
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How the Internet Changed Field Sales (Video)
Primary sales channel has seen transformative impact.
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December 2016 M&A Roundup: Beacon Continues ‘Aggressive’ M&A
Company following through on CEO’s promise to pursue targets.
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Top 5 MDM Articles from 2016
Industry trends, adaptation front of mind for readers in 2016.
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Top 10 Most-Read Blogs of 2016
Top distributors’ successes and stumbles dominate this year’s list.
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Recommended Reading: New Player Aims for ‘True Partnership’
Data and analytics play key role in AgoNow’s strategy.
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