NAW SmartBrief
August 12, 2024
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORY
* Distributors say competition, soft demand eroding margins
* More supply chain leaders anticipate growth slowdown
* Wynnchurch Capital acquires ORS Nasco from One Equity
* Do it Best moves to boost efficiency in online lumber sales
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* How AI, automation enhances distributor sales strategies
* Be holistic, comprehensive when planning for IT outages
SALES AND MARKETING
* Efficiency doesn't always add up to more sales
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Firms turn to commercial paper in anticipation of rate cuts
* Don't wait until annual reviews to engage employees
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