NAW SmartBrief
October 4, 2024
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* Big cargo backlog awaits as US port strike ends
* Hoplin: Pleased strike is suspended, but impact continues
* Grainger begins construction on major Texas DC
* MCE expands with acquisition of three ParkerStores
* PTDA welcomes Eastern Seals, Proton.ai as newest members
* Job openings climbed to 7.71M in Aug.
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* A trio of solutions for 3 internal supply chain issues
* Port strikes lead CIOs to value analytics, preparation
SALES AND MARKETING
* Study: What B2B buyers want from content marketing
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* How small actions can have a big impact on leadership
* BofA's Mensah: Global interest rates to stay high
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* Elevate Your Leadership at THE Ohio State University with the NAW Distribution Leadership Program
* It's Roundtable Season!
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