MSC ended its fiscal 2026 with record quarterly and annual sales sales as pricing remained strong, volumes improved and cost reductions helped margin outperform company guidance. Get the key metrics and our analysis here.
Researchers found that attackers within wireless range could exploit barcode scanners to access connected computers, potentially putting warehouse systems and order fulfillment at risk.
It gives Amazon purchase-linked rights to nearly 3.2 million 3M shares as the manufacturer scales optical connectivity technology and expects EBO sales to roughly double or more in 2027. Here’s the details and our analysis.
Genuine Parts Company’s Motion-led industrial segment delivered another quarter of solid sales and profit growth, outpacing its automotive operations. Get. the key metrics here.
Scattered supplier updates can leave purchasing teams chasing information instead of acting on it. This piece explores how distributors can close that visibility gap without replacing or overhauling their ERP.
NAW is seeking to preserve protections for its members while appealing Oregon’s EPR law, warning that January 2027 fee invoices could expose distributors to unrecoverable costs or enforcement penalties before appellate review.
Former Ferguson executive Ken Resuta will lead a Greater Philadelphia initiative intended to guide expansion into other major metros, building on Winsupply’s steady stream of local company openings and acquisitions.
Congestion pricing revenue will help businesses move deliveries to evening and overnight hours, while a separate city proposal would require direct employment of core last-mile delivery and warehouse workers.
The company’s operating profit grew 20.2% as expense leverage offset gross margin pressure. September daily sales growth moderated but extended Fastenal’s double-digit streak to 15 months.
Rising fuel, labor and operating costs are putting added pressure on distributor margins. This article explores how AI-powered route optimization can help distributors cut unnecessary fleet miles, improve delivery efficiency and reduce costs — without...
Surcharges and price increases that were never meant to be permanent may still be sitting in distributors’ price books. It may be time to revisit what still holds up — and what doesn’t.
It’s set to combine two major freight brokers and expand C.H. Robinson’s expedited and last-mile services. For distributors, the deal presents potential service gains alongside questions about pricing, provider concentration and integration.
