A new four-part (and free) MDM webcast series features McKinsey experts sharing research findings and analysis on distribution M&A, profitability, labor and eCommerce. Tune in April 3 as it gets started.
M&A Primer to Kick Off McKinsey-Led MDM Webcast Series on April 3 Read More »
Former MDM Analytics leader and current industry writer John Gunderson is set to deliver valuable insights on customer segmentation at our May SHIFT conference. Here’s more about Gunderson and why his session is so important.
SHIFT Speaker Spotlight: John Gunderson Read More »
The metalworking and MRO supplies distributor has successfully transitioned from a catalog-driven product house that relied on spot-buys to its role today as a digitally-driven, “Mission Critical” company. MDM’s latest Case Study provides a deep dive into how MSC did it, and why.
Now Available: Our MSC Industrial Supply Case Study Read More »
Kevin Reid-Morris has led much of MDM’s AI research over the past few years, and he’s set to share the results of a major two-year project at our May SHIFT conference. He and Tom Gale discuss the transformative impact of AI in distribution and that project which identified over 50 practical AI use cases.
MDM Podcast: An AI Research Primer Ahead of SHIFT Read More »
With two months until MDM’s marquee event, Tom Gale details the purpose behind SHIFT and and its value points that cover precisely why you should attend.
SHIFT 2025 Conference: A Crucial Convergence for Distributors Read More »
This comprehensive report is a guide to the industrial economy for wholesale distribution executives, providing a historical, current and future snapshot of numerous key economic indicators in one convenient place in a scannable format.
Now Available: MDM’s Inaugural Quarterly Forecast Report Read More »
Now live, the issue’s content spans distributors’ domestic sourcing intentions; MSC Industrial Supply’s digital programs; the final 2024 wholesale trade revenue figures; barriers to business innovation; market analysis on truck equipment and grid infrastructure spending; and more.
MDM’s February Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
February saw a steady but unremarkable flow of M&A deals, including several MDM Top Distributors announcing or closing transactions during the month.
February M&A Roundup: Slower Start to 2025 After Robust 2024 Read More »
From Wall Street to the warehouse — twice. A&M Industrial’s leadership team shares their parallel journeys back to their (now third generation) family-owned distribution business. Hear how innovation, value-added sales and market expansion are built on the foundation of deep company values that forged its reputation in industrial distribution on this episode of the MDM Podcast.
MDM Podcast: How an Industrial Distributor Grows From its Roots Read More »
Learn how aligning rebates strategy with clear goals can prevent costly pricing misalignments within distribution.
A Rebate Without a Cause: Rethinking Distributor Strategies Read More »
See a preview for this free event for a half-day packed with discussion sessions centered around AI applications from experts using and scaling the technology today.
MDM to Deliver AI Insights in Free Virtual Summit on March 12 Read More »
Now live, the issue’s content spans research on family-owned distributors’ succession plans; expectations of Trump 2.0’s impact on demand and margins; the industry’s top concerns at the start of 2025; the first two parts of our case study on MSC Industrial Supply; and more.
MDM’s January Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
The real challenge of CRM success isn’t choosing the right system, but ensuring your team is trained and supported for long-term adoption and growth. Learn more about the No. 1 mistake in the post-implementation of CRM.
CRM Mistake No. 1: Not Doing the Work Post-Implementation Read More »
At NAW’s marquee annual event, we had mini-interviews with 10 different executive attendees about their company’s biggest initiatives in 2025; the industry’s top challenges and reasons for optimism; and what they get out of the event.
MDM Podcast: Voices of NAW’s 2025 Executive Summit Read More »
As the Trump administration’s tariffs against key trading partners are sure to remain fluid, prominent industry associations and trade groups shared statements emphasizing concern over business impacts.
Trade Groups Voice Concern as Tariffs Policy Adjusts Read More »
Dealmaking slowed at the start of the year compared to previous months and was down from January 2024’s 29 transactions.
January M&A Roundup: Dealmaking Falls Short of 2024’s Start Read More »
Two longtime power transmission/motion control industry veterans, Brian Short and Bill Shepard, join to discuss career retrospection, what’s changed in the market, thoughts on AI and the role of product information sharing, including how two leading associations are driving it forward.
MDM Podcast: PT/MC Market Evolution and Product Information Sharing Read More »
Identify and eliminate the “zombie” processes in your distribution business that waste time and drain resources, boosting efficiency and productivity.
How to Kill the Zombies in Your Distribution Business Read More »
Our MDM Case Study series rolled out reports on Ferguson and Watsco down the stretch of 2024, with more to come in 2025. Here, the author of those case studies joins to share his key takeaways from researching those two companies and a preview of his next deep dive on MSC Industrial Supply.
MDM Podcast: Debriefing Our Ferguson & Watsco Case Studies Read More »
It’s time to move beyond a status quo of putting up with regular disruptions to warehouse activities due to late or cancelled deliveries. This piece explores tools to alleviate common issues.
How Distributors Can Optimize Delivery Visibility Read More »
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