September 25 2016
The Folly of Fear
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More competition and a slow-growth economy in the midst of a contentious political battle have contributed to increased uncertainty about the future. This article examines some of the top concerns of distributors and manufacturers and how to overcome the fear factor created by them.
This article includes:
- Overview of current headwinds
- What's increasing the 'fear factor'
- How to overcome fear and take the next steps
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- Listen to Customers or Lose Them
- Use Tech to Work Smarter, Not Harder
- MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Economy Stuck on the Bottom in 2Q
In this environment, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and adopt a cautious approach to strategies and decisions. This is the wrong strategy
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- A Growing Competitive Threat
- New Tech Disrupts Supply Chain
- IoT Poised to Alter Supply Chain
A mobile app might not work for every distributor, but gauge your customers demand for it before deciding. This article explores how distributors can use mobile to create a competitive advantage.
This article includes:
- How to get started with mobile
- Creating mobile demand & success
- Other uses for mobile
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- Are You Really Customer-Centric?
- Changing Channels Demand New Models
- Customer Engagement: Dont Be Amazon
Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
This index includes:
- Abrasives Products
- Cutting Tools
- Power Transmission Equipment
- Fasteners
- Valves, etc.
- Power Tools
- Material Handling Equipment
- Belting
- Hand Tools
- Misc. Metal
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- MDM Pricing Trends Report: Second Quarter 2016
- 2016 State of E-Commerce: E-Commerce Journey Continues
- Market Snapshot: Industrial Hose Market Demand in the United States
This is the PDF of this issue of Modern Distribution Management.
Table of Contents:
- Dont Be Frozen by Fear
- Commentary: Decision Time Lead or Follow?
- Making the Case for Mobile
- Monthly Wholesale Trade Data: July 2016
- MDM Industrial Inflation Index: August 2016
- News Digest
Are you a subscriber? Simply log-in to view this issue.
More competition and a slow-growth economy in the midst of a contentious political battle have contributed to increased uncertainty about the future. This article examines some of the top concerns of distributors and manufacturers and how to overcome the fear factor created by them.
This article includes:
- Overview of current headwinds
- What's increasing the 'fear factor'
- How to overcome fear and take the next steps
Subscribers should log in below to read this article.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe below or learn more. Subscribers also have access to the following related articles:
- Listen to Customers or Lose Them
- Use Tech to Work Smarter, Not Harder
- MDM-Baird Distribution Survey: Economy Stuck on the Bottom in 2Q
In this environment, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and adopt a cautious approach to strategies and decisions. This is the wrong strategy
Subscribers should log in below to read this article.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe below or learn more. Subscribers also have access to the following related articles:
- A Growing Competitive Threat
- New Tech Disrupts Supply Chain
- IoT Poised to Alter Supply Chain
A mobile app might not work for every distributor, but gauge your customers demand for it before deciding. This article explores how distributors can use mobile to create a competitive advantage.
This article includes:
- How to get started with mobile
- Creating mobile demand & success
- Other uses for mobile
Subscribers should log in below to read this article.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe below or learn more. Subscribers also have access to the following related articles:
- Are You Really Customer-Centric?
- Changing Channels Demand New Models
- Customer Engagement: Dont Be Amazon
Modern Distribution Management's monthly Industrial Inflation Index measures a cross-section of industrial supplies.
This index includes:
- Abrasives Products
- Cutting Tools
- Power Transmission Equipment
- Fasteners
- Valves, etc.
- Power Tools
- Material Handling Equipment
- Belting
- Hand Tools
- Misc. Metal
Subscribers should log-in below to read this article.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe below or learn more. Subscribers also have access to the following related articles:
- MDM Pricing Trends Report: Second Quarter 2016
- 2016 State of E-Commerce: E-Commerce Journey Continues
- Market Snapshot: Industrial Hose Market Demand in the United States
This is the PDF of this issue of Modern Distribution Management.
Table of Contents:
- Dont Be Frozen by Fear
- Commentary: Decision Time Lead or Follow?
- Making the Case for Mobile
- Monthly Wholesale Trade Data: July 2016
- MDM Industrial Inflation Index: August 2016
- News Digest
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