Legacy forecasting relies on assumptions of linear growth and gradual changes — an approach not fit for modern business and frequent disruption. This piece explains why traditional “good enough” demand forecasting isn’t actually good enough.
The Cost of Using Static Demand Forecasting Methods Read More »
Amazon unveiled “Vulcan”, a warehouse robot designed to boost efficiency and safety by handling top row stowing with precision and touch sensitivity.
Amazon Debuts Robot that Can “Feel” Items; Says it Won’t Replace Workers Read More »
PTDA added Canada-based Dura Sleeve, a producer of shaft repair sleeves, to its manufacturer membership.
PTDA Adds Dura Sleeve as Manufacturer Member Read More »
After a tariffs-driven jump in February, U.S. wholesale trade sales came back to more normal – though strong – growth in March.
March Wholesale Sales Revert to Still Solid 0.6% Increase Read More »
The company reported strong first quarter results, with year-over-year sales and profit growth driven by acquisitions and organic momentum across its segments.
DXP’s Sales, Profit & EBITDA Jump in 1Q Read More »
Industrial Sales is a distributor of drainage pipes and fitting, offering a range of products, including PVC pipes and fitting, water and sewer systems and more.
Winsupply Acquires Industrial Sales Co. In Kansas Read More »
DNOW reported an increase in sales during 1Q, improved profitability and continued growth through acquisitions, and followed with an April bolt-on in Singapore.
DNOW Posts Healthy YoY, Sequential Sales Growth in 1Q Read More »
The U.S. central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged, while warning of increased risks of inflation and unemployment amid tariff impacts.
Fed Holds Interest Rate Steady, Notes Rising Uncertainty and Tariff Risk Read More »
Wilmington Rubber & Gasket is a distributor of industrial rubber products, specializing in hose assemblies, rubber and plastic fabrication.
Singer Industrial Acquires Wilmington Rubber & Gasket in NC Read More »
Now live, the mega-issue’s content is packed with a wealth of MDM research on how tariffs are impacting distributors’ cost of goods sold, investment plans and what they’re doing about it; expert analysis on elasticity and the tariff response options at distributors’ disposal; and the return of MDM’s Women in Distribution feature.
MDM’s April Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
Epicor launched its new AI-driven tools to help businesses boost performance and quicken decision making across ERP systems.
Epicor Expands Agentic AI Offerings for Supply Chain Industries Read More »
The company reported a decline in sales but improved margins, driven by cost initiatives and manufacturing credit despite ongoing market headwinds.
Kennametal 3Q Organic Sales Continue to Slide, Margins Rise Read More »
ADI Global’s gross margin increases in the quarter were driven by the inclusion of Snap One and a higher margin on eCommerce sales.
Snap One Powers Sales Jump at ADI Global, Alongside Solid Organic Growth Read More »
The company reported higher sequential sales in 1Q25 despite a year-over-year decline, with gains across all sectors.
MRC Global Posts Continued YoY Sales Decline, but Sequential Growth Read More »
Distribution and logistics companies can reduce litigation costs by implementing evidence preservation practices for driver hiring, training and key accident data. Here’s a look at how to protect your business.
Mitigate Driver Litigation Risk with Evidence Preservation. Here’s How Read More »
The company reported sales growth in 1Q25, driven by increased equipment sales, though profit and margins declined.
Wajax’s Industrial Parts Revenue Slides in 1Q Read More »
Rocky Mountain Cutting Tools distributes carbide indexable cutting tools and inserts for the machining industry.
Stellar Industrial to Acquire Rocky Mountain Cutting Tool in CO Read More »
Fastenal’s April sales growth slowed slightly after a strong March surge, signaling a potential cooling in demand across top segments and national accounts. See our full breakdown of the monthly figures.
Fastenal April Daily Sales Decelerate as Largest Customers Slide Read More »
Combined, the three acquired companies add about $47 million in aggregate revenue.
Watsco Completes 3 Bolt-Ons, Adding 10 Locations Read More »
The deal is set to follow Sunoco’s $7.3 billion purchase of NuStar Energy in 2024.
Sunoco to Buy Canada Fuel Distributor Parkland for $9.1B Read More »
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