The increase in real GDP reflected increases in consumer spending, nonresidential fixed investment, and state and local government spending.
Despite improved conditions, distributor-supplier relations still suffer from damaged trust, inefficient processes and low visibility. This piece advises on leveraging rebates to sustain partnerships.
Concerns over a potential recession are easing, but implementing new tech remains a challenge, according to the survey.
Where is your team today in the skills and capabilities that will define your future growth rate and ability to out-compete effectively? Tom Gale eyes the critical next few years in B2B distribution.
New orders for manufactured durable goods in July were down following four consecutive monthly increases, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
New manufacturing business models are disrupting traditional distribution channels, creating risks and opportunities. Several actions can allow distributors to add value for OEMs alongside growth and profitability for themselves.
Association data shows metalformers anticipate a modest improvement in incoming orders, while shipping levels declined further in August.
New manufacturing business models are disrupting traditional distribution channels, creating risks and opportunities. Several actions can allow distributors to add value for OEMs alongside growth and profitability for themselves.
Picking the right supplier partners can make or break a distributor’s long-term success. Here are top factors to consider as you vet a new strategic supplier partnership.
Manufacturing output rose 0.5% in July, but the growth rates for the previous three months were revised down.
The U.S. Cutting Tool Institute has optimism that tool sales for the remainder of the year will be positive as hiring pressures ease
Mike Hockett dives into the distributor’s sponsorship of a NASCAR XFINITY Series race car, focusing on the many benefits the distributor is seeing from it.
