It was the fourth straight monthly decline for private nonresidential spending, which is now down 8% from its December 2023 all-time high.
January U.S. Construction Unexpectedly Slides, NonRes Flat Read More »
The administration is pushing for a single federal AI standard to replace a growing patchwork of state rules. If enacted, the framework could simplify compliance for distributors and accelerate AI adoption across the sector — with broad implications for software vendors and digital strategy. Here’s what to know.
Trump Administration Proposes Federal AI Standard Read More »
MDM kicks off its 2026 Women in Distribution series by spotlighting five honorees and leaders making an impact across the industry — from supply chain innovation to operational transformation and team development.
Meet NAW’s 2026 Women in Distribution — Pt. 1 Read More »
Adding 1.6 million square feet of space, the projects are expected to complete by fall of 2027.
Winsupply to Substantially Expand DC Space in Atlanta, Oklahoma City, Dayton Read More »
The designation allows Sonepar to support customers across federally regulated sectors, including defense-related industrial manufacturing, contractors and critical infrastructure.
Sonepar USA Completes Advanced Cybersecurity Certification Read More »
AFC launched its Aerospace & Defense business unit this past fall.
AFC Industries Acquires Allied Inventory Systems in Aerospace Boost Read More »
MDM Forecast: March Update Read More »
Unified commerce platforms paired with agentic AI are helping distributors eliminate “phantom margin loss,” optimize fulfillment and unlock real-time decision-making — shifting operations from reactive workflows to autonomous, profit-driven systems that boost growth, efficiency and customer experience at scale. This piece explores the work being done here and the factors at play that determine success rates.
Unified Commerce and Agentic AI: A New Blueprint for Profitable Growth Read More »
It follows a Fort Wayne, IN facility closer a year earlier, while the grocery distributor is expanding new facilities infused with automation technologies.
UNFI to Close Wisconsin DC, Cut Over 400 Jobs in Automation Push Read More »
Both companies supply flexible bulk containers and woven bags serving customers in chemicals, food and mineral industries.
Gravis Acquires Fellow Bulk Packaging Distributor Procon Pacific Read More »
3M is set to spin off its Scott Safety subsidiary as it partners with Bain to buy Madison Fire & Rescue to combine those two entities into a new business to serve firefighters, first responders and industrial workers.
3M, Bain Capital to Form $2B Fire & Safety Venture with Acquisition Read More »
The bolt-ons enable Southern Glazer’s a stronger offering of leading AB brands that include MIchelob ULTRA, Busch Light, Budweiser and Budlight, along with hard beverages.
Southern Glazer’s to Acquire Anheuser-Busch Distributors in New York, Colorado Read More »
Members had a generally positive end to 2025, while an overwhelming majority expect sales growth in at least the low-single digits in 2026.
NetPlus Distributors Grow 2025 Purchases 9.4%, Indicate Strong 2026 Optimism Read More »
The updates are designed to help Pros more efficiently manage projects by improving how they build material lists, place orders and coordinate deliveries. It further blurs the line between retail and distribution for a customer base heavily focused on contractors.
Home Depot Expands AI-Powered Digital Tools for Pro Contractors Read More »
How Singer Industrial Is Using Technology to Connect – Not Control – its Platform Read More »
Wesco has launched a new managed services suite aimed at helping integrators and end users optimize assets, improve safety compliance and enhance facility performance through software-enabled tools, data insights and global field expertise.
Wesco Launches Managed Services Suite for Integrators, End Users Read More »
It was another monthly sales gain, though far less robust than in December.
January U.S. Wholesale Sales Growth Decelerates and Inventories Drop Read More »
The monthly topline producer price increase was more than double what economists forecasted.
February PPI Again Outpaces Expectations; Biggest Annual Core Increase in 3 Years Read More »
Most Fed officials still expect at least one modest rate cut later this year.
Fed Leaves U.S. Interest Rate Unchanged for 2nd Straight Meeting Read More »
OTEX develops and manufactures electrical safety products, specializing in arch flash PPE.
Mechanix Wear Acquires Fellow PPE Maker OTEX Read More »
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