The accolade accounts for trust among large companies’ employees, customers, investors and media. Numerous MDM Top Distributors garnered recognition.
Here’s Which Distributors Made Forbes’ Most Trusted Companies in America List Read More »
Distributors clinging to outdated ERP systems may think they’re avoiding risk, but the hidden costs of inaction keep adding up. This piece examines how legacy technology erodes visibility, agility and margins, and how taking a structured, phased approach to modernization can turn risk into long-term resilience.
The High Cost of Standing Still with Legacy ERP in Uncertain Conditions Read More »
This issue’s content contains eight articles that cover distributors’ expectations for interest rate cut impacts on demand; how the industry balances prioritizing growth vs. resilience; best practices for contract pricing governance; our monthly M&A roundup; a Market Profile on HVACR; and more.
MDM’s October Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
The free, virtual event on Dec. 3 brings top distribution dealmaking experts and advisors together to share insight on valuations, integration and growth strategies in a time of rampant economic uncertainty. Get a primer here.
MDM’s 2025 M&A Summit: Charting the Next Chapter for Distribution Dealmakers Read More »
As you set plans to dominate 2026, MDM Premium can be a valuable part of your toolkit. See why there’s never been a better time to become a subscriber. Your strategic edge starts here.
Here’s Why MDM Premium Should Be in Your 2026 Toolkit Read More »
Our third quarter MarketPulse shares a wealth of data from the 3Q25 Baird-MDM Industrial Distribution Survey – conducted in early October – that covered respondents’ revenue performance, pricing updates and expectations for 4Q25 and 2026, plus plenty of sector-specific commentary.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act delivers long-awaited tax clarity for distributors — but only for those who know how to use it. In this sponsored MDM Amplify Podcast, Grant Thornton leaders explain the OB3’s biggest implications, from bonus depreciation to new production deductions, and share how distributors can turn tax certainty into a strategic advantage.
MDM Amplify: OB3’s Financial Flexibility for Distributors Read More »
AI adoption in distribution isn’t just a technology story — it’s a leadership story and one that centers on partnerships. SRS Distribution’s collaboration with InstaLILY demonstrates the power of approaching AI not as a transactional vendor purchase, but as a strategic partnership designed to rewire how an organization grows. Learn all about it here.
How SRS Distribution and InstaLILY are Rewiring Growth with AI Read More »
See our breakdown of M&A activity by product category, the latest EBITDA trading multiples for 28 top industrial distributors and our detailed rundown of all deals we tracked during July-September, which improved sequentially but remained overall subdued compared to 2023-2024.
MDM’s 3Q25 M&A Report is Here Read More »
Two Stanford MBAs took a two-year deep dive into researching AI use in wholesale distribution — conducting 200+ executive interviews with industry leaders. Their takeaway: distributors are not only ready for AI, they’re eager for it. Here’s why they’re making this industry their career focus.
AI in distribution isn’t about having perfect data — it’s about knowing where to start. Here, discover five benchmarks that may signal your business is more AI-ready than you think.
5 Signs Your Distribution Business is Ready for AI Read More »
This issue’s content contains six articles that cover QXO’s strategic FAQ commentary; the latest cargo theft trends distributors should be aware of; a value-to-price guide; which distributors were named “World’s Best Companies” by TIME; our monthly M&A roundup; a Market Profile on abrasives; and more.
MDM’s September Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
From smarter inspections and technical support to demand planning, sourcing, and inventory optimization, this article by Avnet’s CIO explores how distributors can leverage AI as a true agent of change to drive efficiency, resilience and competitive advantage.
Using AI as a Supply Chain Agent of Change Read More »
It was the fourth annual event for NAW, and the biggest one yet, bringing startup technology vendors and forward-thinking distributors together.
The Future of Distribution on Display at NAW Innovators Summit Read More »
Will robots replace us? AI take our jobs? The answer (at least so far) has been “no.”
Census Data: AI, Robotics Haven’t Taken Away Jobs Read More »
Electrical equipment and grid components distributors support NEMA’s call for federal incentives for on-shoring supply chains efforts.
Electrical Product Suppliers Propose Incentive Program to Offset Tariffs Read More »
AI promises much to distributors — but where does it deliver? Here, a pair of Stanford graduate students reveal the findings of their major industry research project that applies the scientific method to show the discrepancies between AI hype and real return on investment while showing how distribution leaders can cut through the noise.
What the Scientific Method Reveals About AI in Distribution Read More »
This issue’s content contains eight articles that cover distribution’s inflation delay; ORS’ continued M&A expansion; what to know about extended producer responsibility laws; part 2 of our deep dive on ADI Global; future-proofing sales comp; why Home Depot acquired GMS; a Market Profile on abrasives; and more.
MDM’s August Premium Monthly Issue Now Available Read More »
Steve Snower joined Parts Town as its sixth employee in 2004. Today, the company is a leading distributor of OEM replacement parts, now on pace for nearly $2.8 billion in annual revenue. He joins to reflect on how Parts Town got here, what it’s been up to lately — which includes an employee ownership program, service expansion and digital innovation — and where it’s going.
MDM Podcast: Parts Town’s $2.8B Growth Story Read More »
The 115-page report is loaded with sector-specific stats and insight on the current U.S. wholesale distribution economic situation and revenue forecasts through 2026. Overall, it’s a comprehensive reference guide to the $8 trillion industry and its 19 different sectors.
MDM’s 2025 Economic Outlook Report is Here Read More »
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