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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 10, 2021 at 12:36 PM

Survey: Outdated technology hurting last-mile delivery

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 7, 2021 at 1:13 PM

UNFI rolls out all-electric refrigerated trailers

NAW SmartBrief UNFI rolls out all-electric refrigerated trailers | Dancer: Here's how B2B can win while doing good | Order your copies of Mark Dancer's just-released e-chapter for NAW: "Distribution Leans In: Stories of Resiliency and Innovation During the COVID-19 Pandemic." Created…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 6, 2021 at 1:08 PM

ODP Corp. to spin off distribution arm

NAW SmartBrief ODP Corp. to spin off distribution arm | Global Industrial helps Systemax's sales growth | Now Inc. sees smaller loss in Q1 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 6, 2021 Connect with NAW       News for the wholesale…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 5, 2021 at 1:31 PM

"Ocean of opportunity" awaits B2B commercial vehicles

NAW SmartBrief MSC Industrial exec: Digital talent a must for e-commerce | Henry Schein posts higher Q1 profit, revenue | Sysco swings to profit in fiscal Q3, sees recovery Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 5, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 4, 2021 at 1:29 PM

Focus on these 4 capabilities for successful growth

NAW SmartBrief Ferguson addresses shortages of HVAC materials, labor | Weyerhaeuser has Q1 profit of $681M | Jeld-Wen posts Q1 profit, expands its board Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 4, 2021 Connect with NAW       News for…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 3, 2021 at 1:11 PM

Grainger continues growth trend in Q1

NAW SmartBrief Grainger continues growth trend in Q1 | Size, relationships have served Univar well, exec says | Sysco study looks at COVID-19 impact on foodservice Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 3, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 30, 2021 at 1:23 PM

Graybar CEO: Diversity, equity, inclusion help businesses

NAW SmartBrief Disruptions have helped Avnet add customers, CEO says | Graybar CEO: Diversity, equity, inclusion help businesses | United Rentals reports 17.3% jump in Q1 profit Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 30, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 29, 2021 at 1:16 PM

Grainger exec: Pandemic led to more visible information

NAW SmartBrief Grainger exec: Pandemic led to more visible information | MRC posts narrow Q1 loss on sales decline | Graybar sets Q1 records for net income, net sales Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 29, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 28, 2021 at 1:13 PM

Rather than move outside sales reps in, try this

NAW SmartBrief Walmart+ program driven by grocery growth | Amazon will now deliver groceries to the garage | SRS Distribution adds branches in 7 states Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 28, 2021 Connect with NAW       News f…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 27, 2021 at 1:13 PM

CEO shares how Systemax is advancing e-commerce

NAW SmartBrief CEO shares how Systemax is advancing e-commerce | Automated storage and retrieval systems have many uses | How to recruit tech-savvy, resilient supply chain pros Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 27, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 26, 2021 at 12:54 PM

CEVA Logistics introduces 2 airfreight service options

NAW SmartBrief CEVA Logistics introduces 2 airfreight service options | Walmart shifts its focus on in-store tech | BlueLinx names successor for retiring CEO Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 26, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 23, 2021 at 1:20 PM

Winsupply's M&A arm hits the road to pursue deals

NAW SmartBrief MSC Industrial rethinks sales, customer service | Wurth Industry North America pursues growth goals | Winsupply's M&A arm hits the road to pursue deals Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 23, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 22, 2021 at 1:18 PM

Americold stays the course during the pandemic-

NAW SmartBrief Americold stays the course during the pandemic- | Amcon Distributing posts higher fiscal Q2 sales, profit | What to know before adopting warehouse robotics Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 22, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 21, 2021 at 12:41 PM

AI-powered CRM can improve results for distributors

NAW SmartBrief C&S leader: What independent grocers need to do next | Many Walmart+ customers aren't using perks, survey finds | Mueller Industries posts higher Q1 profit, revenue Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 21, 2021 Connect with NAW …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 20, 2021 at 3:03 PM

[FREE BOOK] Grow sales faster than expenses.

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 20, 2021 at 1:14 PM

Dancer: Distributors must innovate with customers in mind

NAW SmartBrief Dancer: Distributors must innovate with customers in mind | Order your copies of Mark Dancer's just-released e-chapter for NAW: "Distribution Leans In: Stories of Resiliency and Innovation During the COVID-19 Pandemic." | United Rentals buys regional equipment company …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 19, 2021 at 12:56 PM

Why sales coaching shouldn't be outsourced

NAW SmartBrief Walmart Marketplace vows to maintain quality as it grows | Home Depot adding South Florida distribution centers | Survey: Cloud, robotics spending rises in supply chain Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 19, 2021 Connect with NAW …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 16, 2021 at 1:12 PM

Pandemic forced C&S Wholesale to handle higher demand

NAW SmartBrief Pandemic forced C&S Wholesale to handle higher demand | AWG CEO: Suppliers haven't been fair to smaller grocers | Ingram Micro posts 4% increase in net sales for FY 2020 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 16, 2021 Connect with…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 15, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Wurth creates company for 3D printing

NAW SmartBrief Wurth creates company for 3D printing | SpartanNash hires supply chain exec from C&S Wholesale | Combining WMS, WES can improve warehouse efficiency Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 15, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 14, 2021 at 1:06 PM

How digital can help electrical distributors compete

NAW SmartBrief How digital can help electrical distributors compete | Fastenal posts higher profit, revenue amid demand shifts | How to maintain security when terminating an IT employee Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 14, 2021 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 13, 2021 at 1:12 PM

Why B2B content should be about the buyer, not you

NAW SmartBrief Avantor to pay $1.06B for German lab tech maker Ritter | Sources: Medline Industries may put itself up for sale | Ingram Micro employing people with autism at Ind. site Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 13, 2021 Connect with NAW …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 12, 2021 at 1:17 PM

How AI can predict, prevent customer churn

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 9, 2021 at 2:21 PM

How UFP Industries is cultivating business leaders

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 8, 2021 at 3:32 PM

3 Components to Achieving the Perfect Order

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 8, 2021 at 2:05 PM

MSC Industrial reports profit in fiscal Q2

NAW SmartBrief MSC Industrial reports profit in fiscal Q2 | McKesson VP: Pandemic transformed health supply chain | KeHE, UNFI make distribution deals with spirits company Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 8, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 7, 2021 at 1:22 PM

Amazon, Walmart boost the presence of paid search ads

NAW SmartBrief Amazon, Walmart boost the presence of paid search ads | Winsupply buys Pa.-based distributor | Berlin Packaging acquires Italian supplier Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 7, 2021 Connect with NAW       News f…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 6, 2021 at 3:14 PM

Software that takes the struggle out of selling

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 6, 2021 at 1:12 PM

Podcast: Why weird marketing is valuable for B2B

NAW SmartBrief Column: What to watch in distributors' earnings | AWG reports higher sales, profit for 2020 | SiteOne Landscape buys 2 Ariz. businesses Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 6, 2021 Connect with NAW       News for…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 5, 2021 at 1:31 PM

Flitman takes over as Builders FirstSource CEO

NAW SmartBrief Flitman takes over as Builders FirstSource CEO | Chief operating officer named at Optimas Solutions | AI aids in predictive analytics for supply chains Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 5, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 2, 2021 at 12:38 PM

It's time for supply chains to abandon paper, go digital

NAW SmartBrief Column: Distributors learned these 5 pandemic lessons | Synnex and Tech Data could complement each other | ABC Supply adds 5th Utah branch Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 2, 2021 Connect with NAW       News …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 1, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Wholesale Industry Day Summit on April 8

NAW SmartBrief Delve into operational challenges & technology shifts of today’s distributors Created for [email protected] |  Web Version This is a paid advertisement for SmartBrief readers. The content does not necessarily reflect the view of NAW or SmartBri…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 1, 2021 at 1:09 PM

How M. Holland has served "Mployees" during COVID-19

NAW SmartBrief How M. Holland has served "Mployees" during COVID-19 | Chinese sellers gain foothold in Amazon marketplaces | New Rexel CEO to start Sept. 1 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version April 1, 2021 Connect with NAW       New…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 31, 2021 at 1:09 PM

More Walmart Marketplace sellers get fulfillment services

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 30, 2021 at 3:05 PM

Unlock value in merchandising and assortment, product lifecycle management, and logistics and fulfillment

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 30, 2021 at 1:35 PM

8 things distributors need for mature B2B marketplaces

NAW SmartBrief Women in distribution discuss how to expand their ranks | Dot-owned OmniCable to pay $91M for Houston Wire & Cable | Optimas OE Solutions relocates HQ within Chicago area Created for [email protected] |  Web Version March 30, 2021 Connect wit…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 29, 2021 at 1:06 PM

How smaller distributors can succeed amid consolidation

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 26, 2021 at 12:43 PM

NAW, members assist with vaccine effort at NFL stadiums

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 25, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Unlock value in merchandising and assortment, product lifecycle management, and logistics and fulfillment

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 25, 2021 at 1:54 PM

How to prepare for supply chain disruptions

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 24, 2021 at 1:56 PM

Americold makes gains in booming cold storage market

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 23, 2021 at 1:00 PM

NAW: Members skeptical of Amazon's role in GSA program

NAW SmartBrief NAW: Members skeptical of Amazon's role in GSA program | Tech Data, Synnex plan $7.2B merger | Tech platforms, trucking firms increase collaboration Created for [email protected] |  Web Version March 23, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 22, 2021 at 5:01 PM

NAW CEO discusses how to expand vaccine distribution

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 19, 2021 at 12:36 PM

How to use Facebook for B2B PR, marketing

NAW SmartBrief Wakefern exec: E-commerce will remain vital for grocers | Winsupply expands with Tenn. outlet | How distributors can prepare for disruption Created for [email protected] |  Web Version March 19, 2021 Connect with NAW       New…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 18, 2021 at 3:33 PM

Report: Localizing Your Supply Chain

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 18, 2021 at 1:10 PM

UNFI: DC automation will increase efficiency, cut costs

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 17, 2021 at 1:02 PM

McKinsey: Omnichannel becomes a B2B imperative

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  NAW SmartBrief Special Report · [email protected]
March 16, 2021 at 6:14 PM

NAW Special Report: Distributors deliver

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 16, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Why Optimas emphasizes strong cash conversion practices

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 15, 2021 at 1:16 PM

How B2B marketers can connect during uncertainty

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
March 12, 2021 at 2:06 PM

Column: Distributor price management has changed

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