The distributor’s revenue was flat in 2Q as safety sales dipped, but it beat analysts’ EPS expectations behind solid construction activity and increased digital sales.
Eric Smith
Former MDM Senior Editor Eric Smith was an award-winning business journalist whose coverage focuses included economic news and insights, industry trends, M&A, and analysis of small businesses and public companies across the wholesale distribution marketplace.
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The MRO distributor has committed to reinvest the money it’s been saving into growth initiatives. Based on fiscal 3Q results, the company’s plan is working.
On our latest MDM Podcast, Kevin Short of ORS Nasco said COVID is no excuse for not providing stellar customer service, which is a key component of a strong company culture.
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Supply chain leaders at distributors are busier than ever these days as they scramble to address a litany of issues. Here’s what they’re saying about the crisis and how they’re dealing with it.
How did the public distributors (and manufacturers relevant to this space) perform in the calendar first quarter? Our recap provides highlights of their revenue and earnings results.
Panelists discuss headless versus full-stack e-commerce solutions — including what these terms even mean — on the latest MasterB2B “un-webinar” from Andy Hoar and Brian Beck.
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The Graybar CEO says distributors shouldn’t promote diversity, equity and inclusion just because it’s the right thing to do — though it is! — but because it helps grow the bottom line.
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As distributors eye the end of the pandemic, they can prepare their companies for the new normal by following these steps from Mark Dancer.
At MDM’s Future of Distribution Summit, Jim “Pouli” Pouliopoulos will show leaders how to manage their teams post-pandemic to ensure wellbeing and happiness.
MDM’s inaugural industry awards recognize the exceptional job performance and overall industry influence of women in the traditionally male-dominated field of distribution.
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How did the public distributors (and manufacturers relevant to this space) perform in the calendar fourth quarter? Our recap provides highlights of their revenue and earnings results.
