Recognize the key signs that indicate your ERP system may need an upgrade to enhance efficiency and adapt to modern technological demands.
Sales & Marketing
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How Much AI-Generated Sales & Marketing Content is Too Much?
Explore why AI tools like ChatGPT can’t replace the content creation needed in sales and marketing and learn why they should — and shouldn’t — be applied.
Legal & Regulatory Issues
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Everything You Wanted to Know about Force Majeure Provisions
Force majeure and commercial impracticability clauses can safeguard against unforeseen disruptions, but it’s not foolproof. Here’s a definitive guide for B2B buyers and sellers.
Technology
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Debunking 4 Common AI Myths in Distribution
The industry’s generally slow adoption for AI may be at least partly contributed to misconceptions about the technology and its applications. This article helps set the record straight.
MDM Blog
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MDM’s August Premium Monthly Issue Now Available
Now available to Premium members and in the MDM Store, the issue contains the most articles we’ve packed into an issue in several years.
Expert Perspective
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MDM Podcast: Wesco Case Study Debrief
We chat with John Gunderson, who authored our three-part analysis series and subsequent case study report on Wesco’s recent and ongoing transformation as North America’s top electrical distributor.
Featured Main
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3 Key Components of a Successful Continuous Improvement Project
Mastering continuous improvement is key to overcoming distribution challenges. This article reveals how a structured approach can transform operational efficiency and drive lasting success.
Mergers & Acquisitions
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August M&A Recap: Second Busiest Month of 2024 So Far
Another active month has 2024 far outpacing 2023’s activity. Get caught up on all of August’s distributor M&A news here.
Pricing
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The Keys to Finding Your Gross Margin Holy Grail
Still having gross margin problems despite investments in pricing software, ERP upgrades and talent? It usually boils down to two root causes. This piece maps out pricing-driven margin success.
Safety Products
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MDM Podcast: What’s On the Safety Product Horizon?
ISEA CEO Cam Mackey joins to discuss safety standards and regulations that will inform future safety product demand.
Expert Perspective
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Q&A: Tying Skilled Trades to Wholesale Distribution
Our recent discussion with Andrew Brown addressed how distributors stand to benefit from supporting skilled trades while debunking myths associated with them.
Expert Perspective
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MDM Podcast: Everything to Know about SHIFT 2024
MDM Editors Mike Hockett and Vesna Brajkovic analyze the immense value this year’s SHIFT conference provides; their biggest takeaways from the 2023 version; our 2024 agenda highlights; and why you should be there.

