This e-commerce migration guide helps managers navigate each stage of the migration project.
Use it to ensure that you avoid common pitfalls when looking for a new e-commerce provider, catch the critical requirements for your project, and prepare to change your platform.
Discover how distributors are using AI technologies to drive efficiency, enhance decision-making and create competitive advantage.
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Today’s customers demand more than just a transaction – they expect a seamless experience, quick responses, and value that extends beyond the product. This whitepaper, “Can Your Distribution Business Meet Rising Customer Expectations?” dives right into the essentials every distributor needs to stay relevant and competitive. We explore the most pressing challenges and opportunities in today’s distribution landscape, offering clear strategies to bridge the gap between current operations and the next level of customer engagement. It’s not just about keeping up; it’s about leading the way.
With the merging of artificial intelligence, robotics, IoT, and other innovative, data-driven technologies, Industry 4.0 is no longer on the horizon — it’s already here.
Seizing the value of Industry 4.0 is key for distribution organizations looking to transform their critical infrastructures. But if your warehouse is still dependent on manual processes, outdated technologies and platforms, and spreadsheets, you may be stuck in the past.
Failing to digitally transform your warehouse can affect your entire business, resulting in damaged profitability, decreased customer satisfaction, and unsustainable operations. Read on to discover how the industry can capitalize on new technologies to optimize warehouse operations.
Amidst the upheaval of recent years, businesses worldwide have been propelled into a new era of decision-making. Now, as the dust settles, it’s time to not only catch our breath but to seize the reins to achieve new levels of digital agility and innovation.
This whitepaper will uncover the stories of two pioneering distribution businesses, illuminating the strategies they employed to overcome resistance and foster a collective embrace of digital change. In this narrative lies the blueprint for success—a roadmap forged by those who have dared to innovate and emerge triumphant in the digital age.
Discover how leading distributors are inventing and transforming business models to delight customers, disrupt competitors, and drive new revenue. Our comprehensive report, “Business Model Innovation: Delighting Customers and Disrupting Competitors to Drive New Revenue,” is packed with actionable insights and real-world examples from industry leaders.
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Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn about the current – and future – state of business models in distribution.
Join the ranks of industry leaders who are redefining inventory management for success in today’s dynamic marketplace. Our exclusive guide delves into the innovative approaches adopted by a top distributor, unveiling a blueprint for navigating market fluctuations and rising complexities with confidence.
Learn from the Best: Explore how a leading distributor has shattered traditional inventory norms, paving the way for a new era of agile supply chain planning.
Transformative Insights Await: Discover three key focal points that can revolutionize your inventory management strategy, propelling your business from reactive to proactive and positioning you for unparalleled performance.
Embrace Change, Embrace Success: Equip yourself with the tools to embrace volatility, turning challenges into opportunities and achieving new heights of efficiency and profitability.
As distribution leaders constantly seek educational resources on business transformation, technology optimization and talent management, MDM’s SHIFT conference has answered the call. The annual executive summit invites distributor decision-makers to attend and absorb three days of thought leadership across numerous topics that our audience has indicated are top-of-mind for those driving the industry forward.
Here, we’ve compressed four of the sessions from our 2023 SHIFT event into an MDM Playbook, extracting key takeaways from the content they offered. They include transformation case studies on industrial supplies outperformers Motion and Global Industrial Company; insights from Gartner on using technology as a burden-lifter on sales staff; and lessons from a panel discussion about workplace culture components that foster an environment where talent want to work and stay.
Read on to view those pieces from our marquee in-person event, and mark your calendars for MDM’s 2024 SHIFT conference, to be held Sept. 11-13 in downtown Denver.
Distributors of all sizes and in all verticals are ambitiously investing in data capabilities over the next three years, and for good reason: the distributor data divide is big and growing.
Our latest research, Data-driven decisions: opportunities and challenges in the data revolution, reveals the striking finding that the most data-savvy distributors are twice as likely to report using advanced data techniques in every single part of their business and twice as likely to report moving faster than average to continue growing their data capabilities.
As a result, distributors who have been slow to adopt data capabilities are moving quickly to catch up. Of the distributors who identify as low-maturity today report realistic, 70% revealed that they have realistic plans to achieve high-maturity within the next three years.
Download the report today to read more about these and other findings from the research, a multi-month effort that engaged over 200 senior distribution executives.
Customer expectations are evolving, buying behavior is shifting, and competition has become more intense.
Leading distributors see these challenges as opportunities and double down on the strategies that take them to the next level.
Read on for seven winning strategies to increase revenue, crush the competition, improve profitability, and set your sales team up for attainable, long-term success.
In this playbook, you’ll discover how to:
Dive into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in wholesale distribution with our practical guide. Uncover firsthand experiences from industry executives at different AI adoption stages, offering valuable strategies, implementation tips, and inspiring stories for your business’s transformative journey.
In an industry where the potential of AI is rapidly evolving, our guide becomes your compass. Join the narratives of three executives who, much like you, have seamlessly integrated AI into their operations, witnessing its transformative impact and now championing its potential for success. Consider AI not as a foreign concept, but as your next strategic partner in the distribution landscape. Just as you rely on supplier relationships and logistics providers, AI enhances efficiency and elevates the customer experience. Download our guide now to pave the way for your business’s AI-powered evolution and revolutionize wholesale distribution.
As distributors adapt to changing dynamics, CRM software has evolved to become much more than a tool for logging activity and tracking sales performance. A robust, user-friendly CRM platform empowers sales reps and your entire customer-facing team to be more efficient and proactive, improving customer engagement and profitability.
In this resource, we’ll discuss the key benefits of CRM software, the most important factors distributors should consider when evaluating solutions, how to improve user adoption, and how to maximize the impact of your CRM with battle-tested sales workflows.
In today’s dynamic business landscape, ensuring a consistent and exceptional customer experience is the ultimate differentiator. The path to success for B2B distributors is no longer just about products and services; it’s about the seamless journeys you create. Our whitepaper, “Achieving Consistent Customer Experience: A Distributor’s Guide,” is your roadmap to achieving excellence. By exploring innovative strategies, overcoming challenges, and reaping the rewards, you’ll position your business at the forefront of customer-centricity.
Don’t merely adapt—lead the way. Embrace the future of distribution, download the whitepaper now, and watch your business transform into a customer-centric powerhouse.
Introducing “New Solutions for Tomorrow’s Challenges: A Distributor’s Guide” – a comprehensive whitepaper that delves into the evolving landscape of B2B distribution. In today’s global economy, where connections between manufacturers, retailers, and end-users are more crucial than ever, traditional distribution models are facing significant disruptions due to digital transformation, shifting customer behaviors, and supply chain complexities. To remain competitive and ensure sustained growth, distributors must anticipate and adapt to these challenges.
In the rapidly evolving distribution landscape, embracing technology, nurturing talent, and enhancing supply chain resilience are critical for distributors to thrive. This whitepaper equips distributors with valuable insights and strategies to navigate these complexities successfully. Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource for the future of B2B distribution.
In the world of wholesale distribution, efficiency is the name of the game. Whether you’re a small distributor or a large-scale operation, the pursuit of productivity improvements is unceasing. Our whitepaper, “3 Key Ways Distributors Can Boost Productivity,” is your definitive guide to not just identifying areas for enhancement but also executing transformative changes with finesse.
This in-depth document takes a deep dive into the pivotal strategies that empower distributors to maximize their operational efficiency. From harnessing the untapped potential of automation within modern platforms to revolutionizing customer experiences, we unveil the keys to sustainable success. Don’t let outdated practices hold you back; take the first step towards a more efficient and profitable future. Download the guide now and equip yourself with the knowledge to elevate your distribution business to new heights. While your competitors ponder their next move, you’ll already be charting the course to a more prosperous tomorrow.
Are you tired of the AI buzzwords? It’s time to cut through the noise and take practical steps to truly transform your distribution business with our newest groundbreaking research report.
This comprehensive report is the culmination of months of rigorous research, featuring in-depth interviews with industry-leading AI experts and distribution executives who have successfully harnessed the power of artificial intelligence. We’ve distilled their insights into five key behaviors that are driving success in today’s distribution landscape, and outlined 2 to 3 actionable building blocks that you can immediately implement.
Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or looking to fine-tune your existing strategy, this report is your roadmap to success. We’ve also included a valuable worksheet to help you assess your AI maturity and identify areas for improvement.
Download the report today and start putting these proven strategies to work for your business. It’s time to turn AI hype into AI success.
Is your current business management system positioned for success? Does your back-office system give you a 360-degree visibility on your customers, vendors, inventory, orders, and service? Would you like better insight into performance and the necessary information to make critical business decisions?
If you are concerned that your current systems are holding your business back, know that you are not alone and there is a better way. If your distribution company is experiencing any of the challenges above, implementing an ERP solution like NetSuite can improve operational efficiency and enable employees to react to customer and business needs in real-time.
In this eBook, we summarize many of the issues that distributors face and why many have decided to move to different business management solutions like NetSuite.
For most of B2B distribution history, the deciding factor for customers came down to quality. The distributor with the better products, brands and available options had the advantage to win their business. As industrial, commercial and building supply markets became increasingly fragmented and competitive over time, the emphasis shifted to customer service.
To learn what distributors are doing on the Customer Experience front and deliver the buying experience that customers expect today, Modern Distribution Management partnered with Infor on a Spring 2023 research project. This resulting report illustrates current CX trends and the technologies that distributors are leveraging to meet and exceed customer expectations.
If you’re in the market for a new ERP (enterprise resource planning) solution and are already starting to look at vendors, you’ll want to read this guide.
Every ERP has baseline features such as accounts payable, receivables, inventory tracking, forecasting. But there are other must-have features that can improve your margins, help you grow faster, and differentiate you from competitors. Plus, you should consider what you need to today – and what you’ll need in the upcoming years.
This eBook will help you determine what capabilities will be necessary to drive tangible value today and in the future. Use it to develop your technology roadmap and set the criteria for what you’ll need from an ERP vendor.
Digital transformation is accelerating throughout global businesses. What started as a leap of faith for many enterprises during the pandemic has become a true competitive advantage for those businesses embracing digital solutions.
The wholesale-distribution sector, typically a laggard when it comes to adopting new technologies and processes, must pursue digital transformation for the same reasons — primarily because their customers are demanding it.
It’s all here. MDM’s latest research into the utilization of data analytics in distribution — including barriers, frequency, application areas, prioritization, planned investment and more.
The benefits of modern data analytics tools such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Business Intelligence (BI) software and Pricing Intelligence software are many. They take the guesswork out of decision-making. They provide real-time information at a time when speed is vital. They democratize data use across the organization and help distributors un-silo departments that were previously using disparate processes. They show distributors what their customers want — not just from a product demand standpoint, but how they want to buy it. That’s just for starters.
Digital transformation has revolutionized the distribution industry. Distribution customers can make purchases, access resources and find a more “Amazon-like” buying experience in just a few clicks thanks to the convenience afforded by the digital channels.
However, the instant accessibility provided by these digital avenues is a double-edged sword for distributors. On the security front, digitally stored data can be stolen or tainted by hackers, viruses and other cyber threats, and distributors need to ensure their information is properly protected at all times.
This report examines the current state of cybersecurity in distribution; how it should be prioritized in key areas of operations; what measures distributors can take; and where to find help along the way.
There is a tech tool for every challenge. The downside is that this can easily lead to decision paralysis — there is an overwhelming amount of options to pick from, and choosing the right tools and the right vendors for them is a challenge in itself.
But that doesn’t mean simplicity can’t still be the best path forward for today’s distributor. This report will detail the myriad market challenges facing distributors today, how distributors are addressing those challenges with increased use of technology, and how a simplified, consolidated technology approach is proving effective in this endeavor.
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