To continue reading this article you must be a paid subscriber.
Subscribe to MDMAlready Subscribed? Click here to log-in | Forgot your password?
Doug Levin has been involved in distribution information technology for more than 20 years. He is well known in many distribution sectors as the former executive vice president of Prophet 21 software company, acquired by Activant Solutions in 2005. In this interview, the guy who sold a lot of technology systems urges distributors to optimize current systems first. Here's Levin's perspective on IT best practices, standards, consolidation and challenges ahead.
MDM: What's your perspective on the consolidation you've seen in distribution software over 20 years, some of which you actively drove in your role with Prophet 21? Have distributors benefited?
Doug Levin: It has probably gone from 30 companies that focus specifically on distribution ...
Already Subscribed? Click here to log-in | Forgot your password?
Read the latest articles and see your reports.
The MDM update newsletter is your best source for news and trends in the wholesale distribution industry.
Wholesale distribution news and trends delivered right to your inbox.
Sign-up for our free newsletter and get:
Join other distribution executives who use MDM Premium to optimize their business. Our insights and analysis help you enter the right new markets, turbocharge your sales and marketing efforts, identify business partners that help you scale, and stay ahead of your competitors.
By providing your email, you agree to receive announcements from us and our partners for our newsletter, events, surveys, and partner resources per MDM Terms & Conditions. You can withdraw consent at any time.