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The distributor’s organic sales topped expectations and the company continues to grow its automation presence.
CEO D.G. Macpherson noted how the company achieved solid results amidst a slow, but steady demand environment.
It was the second straight deceleration and fell well short of consensus forecasts, dampening hopes of Federal interest rate cuts.
This compilation episode features mini-interviews Mike Hockett conducted at ISA24, gathering channel perspectives from ISA’s CEO, two distribution CEOs, three service providers and two college students.
The rule is set to increase the current salary threshold for overtime pay exemption by 65% at the start of 2025.
The rule will go into effect 120 days after entered into the Federal Register, though it's expected to meet stern legal opposition.
Originally announced this past July, the deal was valued at $960 million.
We analyze the qualitative results of our 1Q24 Baird-MDM Distribution Survey question that asked distributors about current or expected impacts from geopolitical issues.
A potential transaction would likely be a merger of Bentley with Schneider's software business and be valued at over $15 billion.
Mike Hockett shares observations from ISA's annual spring convention, covering event takeaways on the economy, technology, sales transformation, culture, regulations and more.
A key question in the latest Baird-MDM Distribution Survey addressed whether there is a real trend in suppliers changing minimum purchasing requirements, and who it's impacting most.
The accolade recognizes outstanding commitment to advancing the development and influence of women in the industrial supply channel.
The association’s annual John J. Buckley Award honors an individual in the MROP channel for their longstanding service in the industrial supply industry.
Major manufacturers may have taken a big early lead, but their smaller competitors have been able to close the digital gap in recent years.
Snap One - a manufacturer and distributor of of smart-living products and services - will be integrated into Resideo's ADI Global Distribution unit.
We update on where Ferguson is at in its MDC rollout plan that will place smaller distribution centers closer to pro customers in major metro areas.
Local media cited financial troubles leading to buyer backing out of purchasing the hand tool maker's Bushnell, IL plant.
The U.S. Census Bureau's annual March revisions to wholesale trade revenues considerably lifted its largest sector - oil & gas - which likewise raised the latest MDM forecast modeling.