The third of this five-part series details the technical architecture of a prescriptive analytics system, including parameterized rules engines, repeatable processes, cross-referencing capabilities and the role of AI as an accelerator.
The second of this three-part case study series examines how fastener supplies distributor LINC Systems leveraged digital tools and centralized data to strengthen its sales, pricing and customer engagement models.
The second of this five-part series uses a case study to explain the foundational concepts of data attribution, ontology and lineage that make scalable analytics possible for distributors.
This piece kicks off a five-part series providing guidance on turning uncertainty into decisive action, with data analytics as the underlying compass. This section introduces the concept of modeling “doing nothing vs. doing something” and...
The free, three-hour event provides a wealth of expert insight into combatting relentless disruption with data analytics and the often unrealized potential of being a data-driven organization.
Legacy forecasting relies on assumptions of linear growth and gradual changes — an approach not fit for modern business and frequent disruption. This piece explains why traditional “good enough” demand forecasting isn’t actually good enough.
From our 2024 SHIFT event, three leading distributors share what it takes to build an effective data analytics team, how they’re putting it to use and the value of leveraging external data for benchmarking company...
We analyze the Wesco CEO’s insights shared at our 2024 event, where he detailed the company’s transformative journey of integrating Anixter, alongside scaling, innovating and maintaining a resilient culture.
The third and final part of this MDM Premium series provides a deep dive Wesco’s digitization strategy and how it’s constantly improving how the organization serves customers.
Here’s the condensed, free version of the third and final part of an MDM Premium series that dives into Wesco’s digitization strategy and how it’s constantly improving how the organization serves customers.
A new study of more than 1,600 executives from industrial firms using AI found that 9 in 10 are discovering unexpected new use cases.
Amid more challenges than ever, distributors can increase sales and drive business growth by considering the following four tips across different key areas.
