Here’s the condensed, free version of the first in a three-part Premium series that examines the state of Wesco International and the strategic pillars powering the organization.
When making a business case for AI and evaluating its fit in your distribution business, you should consider asking these essential questions.
Technology
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Is Your Wide-Area Network Keeping Up?
With corporate computer networks significantly strained by the hybrid work environment, this piece explores why software-defined networks can improve traffic management and protection.
Learn about our new annual and quarterly economic benchmark reports set to roll out for our Premium subscribers, while our June PDF is now available.
Economic Trends
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MDM’s Mid-Year Outlook Captures Current Snapshot, Improved 2024-2025
Find a synopsis of our Mid-Year Outlook webcast from June 27 and details on new economic reports MDM is set to roll out.
Mergers & Acquisitions
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MDM’s June M&A Roundup: 2024 1H Activity Outpaces 2023
Another strong month has 2024 ahead of what was a gangbusters 2023.
With many distributors recently restructuring their sales teams, James Dorn and John Gunderson discuss how to optimize and align them toward high-level revenue performance.
Industrial PVF
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MDM Podcast: Inside Venturi Supply’s Cohesive Independence
PVF distribution group Venturi Supply was formed by combining six companies. Here, CEO Michael DiMino shares how the company maintains its independence while fostering cohesiveness across the organization.
MDM Blog
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MDM’s 2024 Second Half Industry Events Preview
See the slate of industry events during the second half of 2024 that are on MDM’s radar.
Association/Buying Group News
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Dirk Van Dongen: Wholesale Distribution Advocate, Free Enterprise Defender
Dirk Van Dongen was an influential leader and force who spent decades advocating for the wholesale distribution sector. MDM reached out to some of those who worked closely with him to capture his legacy.
Top Distributor Sectors
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MDM’s 2024 Top Distributors Lists Are Now Live
Our highly anticipated annual feature is now available to view and download. Explore our 20 different lists to see distribution’s biggest movers and shakers.
Technology
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4 Tips for Distributors to Compete in Today’s Digital Economy
Amid more challenges than ever, distributors can increase sales and drive business growth by considering the following four tips across different key areas.

