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The MDM Market Snapshot, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes market demand for Industrial Hose in the U.S., plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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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 third 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.
Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
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In a recent conversation with MDM, Mike Rowlett, CEO of Womack Machine Supply, said: “If we treated young folks new to the business today the same way that I was treated 35 years ago, we wouldn’t be able to keep any of them.” How distribution companies integrate new talent today can have a big impact on success tomorrow.
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The U.S. economy has entered a slow growth environment, where 3 to 4 percent GDP growth is likely a thing of the past. And although employment is increasing year-over-year, it still has not rebounded to prerecession levels in some areas.
This article is a summary of the MDM Webcast: The 2015 Mid-Year Economic Update.
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Plan for disruptions such as warehouse relocation, inclement weather and labor disputes.
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Reasoning for and consequences of not investing in e-commerce.
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Pros and cons of offshoring versus reshoring.
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The MDM Market Analysis, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes consumption of plastics products by end user in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
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Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
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Unlike previous cycles of strong merger and acquisition activity in distribution, todays market is unique in that strategic buyers and private equity firms are going after the same targets, setting the stage for an especially compelling consolidation story in the second half of 2015.
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The fourth annual MDM distribution e-commerce survey conducted with Real Results Marketing revealed that the barrier to entry for e-commerce has lessened, but distributors are still deciding if they should launch e-commerce capability on their websites.
Part 1 of this series showed how the industry’s e-commerce offerings are maturing.
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Struggling market a pain point but not expected to collapse economy.
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Technology continues to introduce new disruptions to the supply chain. Jim Barnes, ISM Services managing director, recently spoke with MDM about the potential these disruptive technologies have for fundamentally changing how the supply chain operates.
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The MDM Market Analysis, based on data from MDM Analytics, includes consumption of welding gases & equipment products by end user in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, plus the top end users by 6-digit NAICS.
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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 first-quarter results and distributor and manufacturer expectations for 2015.
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This report was formerly called the Inflation by Commodity Group Report.
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These product groups provide a snapshot of inflation trends based on the Producer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. First quarter 2014 pricing levels are compared with first quarter 2015 and fourth quarter 2014 with first 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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Move beyond a defensive mindset for investing in digital.
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Because of its manufacturing strength, proximity to the U.S. and increasing acceptance of the distribution channel, Mexico has become an attractive market for distributors looking to expand internationally. Despite these compelling reasons, companies must be strategic when they head south of the border.
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