Modern Distribution Management (MDM) is the only specialized information business that provides high-level in-depth resources to executives who are in or serve the wholesale distribution industry. With MDM’s information services, you’ll find fresh analysis, accurate reporting and good ideas to practice across many lines of trade. We provide original, in-depth thinking – and you won’t find MDM’s content anywhere else.
MDM’s editors have received several Editorial Excellence Awards from the Specialized Information Publishers Association and are regularly recognized by industry groups as content leaders in wholesale distribution.
MDM is owned by Gale Media, Inc. Read more about Gale Media, Inc. below.
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MDM Update is the preeminent source of information for wholesale distribution professionals. Our email newsletter provides resources, current news and industry trends daily.
MDM Analytics
MDM Analytics is the market intelligence division of Modern Distribution Management. We provide better visibility into industrial product markets by helping customers quantify demand by geography, customer type and product group. Our data helps identify current market and account penetration for additional sales opportunities.
Research
MDM is the best place for data and analysis on the wholesale distribution industry. Our exclusive research reports provide a comprehensive look at trends and market data.
MDM Market Leaders
Each year, MDM provides a comprehensive report of the largest 150+ industrial and construction products distributors in North America across 15 product sectors.
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MDM’s Webcasts are designed to bring high-level ideas and best practices to wholesale distribution professionals.
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MDM offers a growing selection of books and reports for executives of any company to use for training or personal enrichment
Editorial Advisory Board
MDM thanks its Editorial Advisory Board, which helps to guide the content and services we deliver to our dedicated readers.
- Mark Bray, President, ACR Supply Co.
- Chester Collier, Senior Vice President, Walter Surface Technologies
- Ted Cowie, Vice President Sales, Safety & Industrial Products, Motion Industries
- Larry Davis, President, Fairmont Supply
- Julia Klein, Chairwoman & CEO, C.H. Briggs Company
- Doug Savage, President & CEO of Bearing Service Inc.
- Ted Stark, President, Dalco Enterprises
About Gale Media, Inc.
Gale Media Inc. is the publisher of Modern Distribution Management and mdm.com, and MDM’s new division MDM Analytics. Principal Thomas P. Gale has researched and written on significant trends in the industry, including consolidation, integrated supply, e-commerce, vendor reduction and shifts in value definition.
MDM Update
Our daily newsletter is your best source for news and trends in the wholesale distribution industry
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Investment Banking Directory
The MDM Investment Banks in Distribution directory is a listing of firms with expertise in the wholesale distribution industry.
