Distributors are leaving massive amounts of cash trapped in operations. This article breaks down where working capital gets stuck — and how automation and AI can accelerate invoicing, collections and supplier management to unlock liquidity and strengthen 2026 growth planning.
How Distributors Can Unlock Idle Cash Read More »
DXP continues its acquisition spree with its fifth purchase of 2025, netting approximately $37 million of additional annual revenue.
DXP Acquires Pump Solutions in Texas Read More »
Fastco Canada will lead product development and strategic positioning, while parent company Groupe Touchette will manage market deployment and customer support.
Wheel Distributor Fastco Acquires ENVY Brand in Canada Read More »
November’s issue contains articles that cover Motion’s “Shark Tank” for technology investment; How agentic AI could transform procurement and supplier onboarding; what Amazon Business’ Gen-AI tools mean for distributors; Optimas Solutions’ growth path; our research on the industry’s top concerns entering 2026 and what distributors are spending on eCommerce; and more.
MDM’s November Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
Border States has been an AD member since 1985.
Border States Ending AD Membership After 40 Years Read More »
With renewed capitalization, Miami-based Steel Homes plans to scale production across South Florida, the Caribbean and broader coastal markets.
Distributor Majestic Steel Acquires Stake in Modular Home Maker Read More »
GDW expands its family of companies and brands, enhancing its manufacturing capabilties and capactities through Durex Products operations in Luck, WI.
Wire & Cloth Products Supplier Gerard Daniel Acquires Durex Read More »
The fasteners master distributor added a 28-year industry veteran who has led Optimas’ Americas operations since 2015.
LindFast Taps Longtime Optimas/Anixter Exec as Operations Leader Read More »
More than 4,000 Sonepar customers are receiving delivery notifications with the Innovo Deliver app.
Sonepar Teams with Innovo to Provide Real-Time Shipment Tracking & Delivery Read More »
CDF will invest $26.1 million in the facility and create 85 new jobs.
Door & Frame Distributor CDF Moving HQ to Former Simpson Strong-Tie Site in TN Read More »
Decreases in two of the PMI’s four demand indicators overwhelmed the gains posted by new export orders and customer inventories.
November Manufacturing PMI Falls Another Half Point as New Orders Slide Read More »
The new monthly spending record was celebrated at the November Owners Meeting of IWDC.
IWDC: Welding Distributor Members Hit Record Spend in October Read More »
November M&A Roundup: 4Q Momentum Continues on Building Materials Strength Read More »
The deal comes eight days after SiteOne acquired another landscape materials distributor, as it continues its expansion into new markets.
SiteOne Landscape Supply Adds Distributor in North Carolina Read More »
The association says the state’s law is driving unexpected and unsustainable costs for businesses across the interstate supply chain.
NAW Seeks Injunction to Halt Oregon Packaging Law Fees Read More »
The government shutdown-delayed figures were in line month-to-month with economists’ expectations, though core inflation was less than expected.
September Wholesale Inflation Accelerated on Energy & Food Read More »
The new appointment will strengthen Orgill’s digital capabilities, enhancing customer- and dealer-facing technologies and more.
Orgill Adds Retail Veteran as Digital and Information Leader Read More »
DSG’s Chairman and CEO Bryan King said the move would strengthen its ability to pursue strategic opportunities to support long-term growth.
Distribution Solutions Group Taps Former BlueLinx Exec to Lead M&A Strategy Read More »
We’ll be back in action Monday morning after our staff enjoys an extra long Thanksgiving weekend.
No MDM Newsletter Thursday or Friday Read More »
Graybar tapped a seasoned executive with experience in industrial automation, digital transformation and advanced manufacturing.
Graybar Appoints Industrial Automation Leader Read More »
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