NAW SmartBrief
August 28, 2024
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORY
* Consumers' outlook boosted by rate cut hopes
* Inland Supply joins Imperial Dade's growing portfolio
* Hillman boosts cleaning products range via Intex DIY deal
* MRO parts distributor Motion to open Texas repair shop in Sept.
* AFC Industries hires Chris Lloyd to lead aerospace division
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Aligning pricing, sales teams help boost gross margins
* First half of 2024 had almost 50% increase in cargo theft
SALES AND MARKETING
* 5 must-have strategies for modern B2B marketers
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Creating career pathways to boost employee engagement
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* Fastenal unveils AI tools to boost efficiency
* Industrial distributors see soft demand with growth pockets
* Download the MDM's second-quarter MarketPulse Report
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