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Technology changes and how they impact distribution.

A Tech Case Study for Smaller Distributors

  Thomas P.  Gale  March 10, 2010
A $14M distributor's technology implementation experience.

How to Sell More to Shrinking Customers

  Lindsay  Konzak  March 10, 2010
Master distributor United Stationers is helping its office supplies resellers do just that.

How McMaster-Carr Kept It Simple Online

  Thomas P.  Gale  0 February 24, 2010
Keep your Web site focused on your customers' needs, and not on flash.

Tech Spending Declined in 2009

  Jenel  Stelton-Holtmeier  January 22, 2010
Distributors have focused plans for technology in 2010.

Grainger's New Online Search Tool

  Lindsay  Konzak  November 2, 2009
Grainger touts features of its redesigned Web site.

Introducing MDM's New Podcast on Sales

  Thomas P.  Gale  October 28, 2009
Todd Youngblood partners with MDM to bring you short but valuable messages on improving your sales processes.

Another Milestone in Mobile Technology

  Thomas P.  Gale  October 12, 2009
Massive technology shifts have changed how business is done.

Wolseley Slows IT Project, Following General Trends

  Lindsay  Konzak  October 2, 2009
Recent survey found distributors may be interested in smaller IT investments right now.

A Practical Approach to Twitter for Distributors

  Jenel  Stelton-Holtmeier  September 22, 2009
Businesses have used the medium for communicating about Web site crashes or delivery delays.

The Challenge in Using Twitter in Customer Service

  Lindsay  Konzak  September 9, 2009
More businesses are using the tool to communicate with customers, but before jumping in, find out if the medium is right for you.
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