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Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
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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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Since 2010, Robert W. Baird & Co., in partnership with Modern Distribution Management, has conducted quarterly surveys of distributors and manufacturers to gauge business trends and the outlook for the industry. This quarter’s survey polled approximately 500 industry leaders to determine the latest indicators on revenue and pricing based on fourth-quarter 2018 results and distributor and manufacturer expectations for first-quarter and full-year 2019.
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The first filing deadline for the conflict minerals provision of the Dodd-Frank Act is fast approaching. While the provision – requiring disclosure of the use of tungsten, tin, tantalum and gold sourced in and around the Democratic Republic of the Congo – only directly applies to public manufacturers, the actual impact is much broader than anticipated, and many distributors aren’t sure of the steps they need to take to comply.
This article examines the conflict minerals rule and how its effects are being felt all along the supply chain. It also provides practical information on how distributors can prepare for helping customers comply with the new rule.
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The distribution industry sometimes misjudges the short-term impact of disruptive events. Publisher Tom Gale's perspective provides his predictions on some recent disruptive announcements, including Amazon's plans for drone package delivery.
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The role of distributors is changing, says Guy Blissett, wholesale distribution lead for IBM Corp. and author of The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors’ 2013 edition of Facing the Forces of Change: Reimagining Distribution in a Connected World. New technologies and ways of leveraging them to engage with customers and supply chain partners are emerging every day. While today’s environment can be daunting, Blissett says, it’s also full of opportunity.
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Distributors and manufacturers create initiatives and sign pledge to combat climate change.
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The pace of change has accelerated, but dont lose sight of the basics.
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The MDM Market Analysis, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes consumption of adhesives & sealants MRO by end user in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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CFO optimism falls in many countries.
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Distributors historically have had trouble gaining market access to Asia, but it remains a compelling destination for U.S. companies because of the regions population and growing economic prosperity. Any company looking to undertake an Asian expansion must be strategic in its approach.
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There are two viewpoints on Air Liquides proposed purchase of Airgas.
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Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
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Are headlines driving strategy for 2016?
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The Power Transmission Distributors Associations 2015 Industry Summit featured three keynote speakers sharing their experiences around inspiration, motivation and leadership.
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Robert W. Baird & Co., in partnership with Modern Distribution Management, conducted a survey of about 500 distributors and manufacturers to gauge business trends and the outlook for the distribution industry in diverse sectors. Here is a summary of third-quarter results and distributor and manufacturer expectations for fourth quarter and 2016.
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The U.S. economy hasn't lived up to expectations in 2015, so distributors must adapt.
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This report was formerly called the Inflation by Commodity Group Report.
This report is researched and produced by MDM editors. View the First Quarter 2015 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. Third quarter 2014 pricing levels are compared with third quarter 2015 and second quarter 2015 with third quarter 2015.
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Industrial
Construction
Electrical
Other Related Electrical
Power Transmission/Bearing
Fluid Power
Plastics
Fasteners
Hardware
Tools
Gases/Welding
Paper
HVACR/Plumbing
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