Mike Hockett shares a conversation from MDM’s recent M&A Summit that dove into the specifics of dealmaking communication best practices.
Pricing
Article
How Rockstar CFOs Solve the Inflation Puzzle
Nelson Valderrama discusses how CFOs can navigate market disruptions by reimagining pricing and inventory processes.
Market Analysis
Article
March Wholesale Data: 2023 Outlook Dips, Inventory Trends Negative
Mike Hockett breaks down the latest U.S. Census Bureau’s wholesale trade data, covering revenue expectations and trends, inventory and more.
Mike Hockett analyzes value-creation advice for acquisition-interested distributors shared in an MDM M&A Summit session.
Human Resources
Article
Poll Results: Could a Four-Day Workweek Work in Distribution?
The world’s largest trial of the four-day work week drew rave reviews from companies that participated. Could the distribution industry benefit from such a change?
Mike Hockett distills takeaways from a NAW Executive Summit session that featured distribution executives discussing what leading companies do differently when it comes to profits and pricing strategy.
Economic Trends
Article
Top Distributors Point to Strong Demand as Forecasted Downturn Pushes Out
A new report states a majority of economists now think a would-be recession is coming later than expected. It suggests a softer economic landing as distributors continue to report strong financials.
In many sectors, Activity-Based Costing is being replaced by Quantum Costing, a newer and more accurate alternative that adds power and benefits to cost analysis. Randy MacLean explains the differences here.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Article
Behind the Deal: Field Fastener’s Merger with Mid-State Bolt & Nut
MDM spoke with Field Fastener CEO Jim Derry to learn more about the company’s recent acquisition of Mid-State Bolt & Nut.
Economic Trends
Article
7 Ways Distributors Can Benefit from Reshoring
In the second of a two-part series, John Johnson covers how distributors can take advantage of the movement to reshore sourcing and shorten supply chains.
Economic Trends
Article
Distributors’ Expectations Hold After Sector Revenue Topped $8.2T in 2022
It was a second-straight record revenue year for the wholesale trade sector. Here, we break down the key latest figures from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Economic Trends
Article
Breaking Down 2023-2024 with Alan Beaulieu
What should we expect in economic performance, inflation, labor and more in the next two years? Mike Hockett distills takeaways from Alan Beaulieu’s economic outlook presentation at the NAW Executive Summit.

