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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 22, 2021 at 12:50 PM

Ferguson, Grainger continue to lead MDM distributor list

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 22, 2021 at 10:01 AM

Today's the day! Invest in your business’s digital future at the Digital Manufacturer Summit

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 21, 2021 at 1:07 PM

Avnet CEO talks centennial, leading during a pandemic

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 18, 2021 at 12:59 PM

Q&A: How distributors can win with value add

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 17, 2021 at 5:00 PM

The six most important steps to becoming data-driven

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 17, 2021 at 12:35 PM

West Coast ports have all the imports they can handle

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 16, 2021 at 1:21 PM

Winsupply credits local owners for record annual sales

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 15, 2021 at 1:17 PM

Home Depot takes DIY approach to supply chain challenges

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 14, 2021 at 12:39 PM

Krasdale Foods exec discusses pricing, labor challenges

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 11, 2021 at 3:32 PM

It’s true! Our fans work even better with evap coolers.

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 11, 2021 at 1:11 PM

Grainger CEO respects but doesn't fear Amazon

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 10, 2021 at 1:14 PM

What's behind Staples' drive to acquire Office Depot?

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 9, 2021 at 12:52 PM

Why and how to create a B2B community strategy

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 8, 2021 at 1:11 PM

Takeaways from NAW's report on distribution disruption

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 7, 2021 at 12:53 PM

Staples makes $1B bid for ODP's consumer wing

NAW SmartBrief Staples makes $1B bid for ODP's consumer wing | Distributors have a presence on this year's Fortune 500 | SpartanNash CEO plans supply chain overhaul Created for [email protected] |  Web Version June 7, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 4, 2021 at 12:51 PM

Survey: Pandemic hurt distributor-supplier relationships

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 3, 2021 at 1:22 PM

Data: Amazon warehouse injury rates exceed the average

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 2, 2021 at 4:17 PM

Invest in your business’s digital future at the Digital Manufacturer Summit

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 2, 2021 at 2:26 PM

Higher pay for truck drivers fails to alleviate shortage

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
June 1, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Hy-Vee bolsters digital capability with new partnership

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 28, 2021 at 1:19 PM

Restaurant business is rebounding, Sysco CEO says

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 27, 2021 at 1:10 PM

AR spatial computing could change industrial workplaces

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 26, 2021 at 3:02 PM

NAW Subscribers: Free Forrester Report on Contract Lifecycle Management

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 26, 2021 at 12:47 PM

NAW launches coalition opposed to raising corporate taxes

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 25, 2021 at 12:43 PM

How tech can make distributors more responsive to buyers

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 24, 2021 at 1:06 PM

Ace Hardware says quality, service are driving demand

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 21, 2021 at 1:24 PM

Watsco, Winsupply, Ferguson are top HVACR distributors

NAW SmartBrief Watsco, Winsupply, Ferguson are top HVACR distributors | Target, Walmart test delivering packages themselves | Ferguson's fiscal Q3 revenue gain driven by organic US growth Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 21, 2021 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 21, 2021 at 1:24 PM

Watsco, Winsupply, Ferguson are top HVACR distributors

NAW SmartBrief Watsco, Winsupply, Ferguson are top HVACR distributors | Target, Walmart test delivering packages themselves | Ferguson's fiscal Q3 revenue gain driven by organic US growth Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 21, 2021 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 20, 2021 at 1:19 PM

Lawson Products exec: Supply chain issues continue

NAW SmartBrief Lawson Products exec: Supply chain issues continue | Report: Amazon ending "Go" in favor of "Fresh" | Supply chain as a service can boost revenue, cut costs Created for [email protected] |  Web Version May 20, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 19, 2021 at 12:59 PM

Don't let gatekeepers prevent you from selling

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 18, 2021 at 1:29 PM

D&H posts strong cloud, VAR sales in the pandemic

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 17, 2021 at 12:58 PM

3 steps to becoming a customer-oriented company

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 14, 2021 at 2:23 PM

The pros and cons of going "headless" with e-commerce

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 13, 2021 at 12:42 PM

Supply chain digitization should start with questions

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 12, 2021 at 12:50 PM

Get an accurate view of operations with data analytics

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 11, 2021 at 1:24 PM

Sysco, Gordon Food Service face supplier challenges

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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

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 6, 2021 at 1:08 PM

ODP Corp. to spin off distribution arm

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 5, 2021 at 1:31 PM

"Ocean of opportunity" awaits B2B commercial vehicles

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 4, 2021 at 1:29 PM

Focus on these 4 capabilities for successful growth

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
May 3, 2021 at 1:11 PM

Grainger continues growth trend in Q1

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 30, 2021 at 1:23 PM

Graybar CEO: Diversity, equity, inclusion help businesses

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 29, 2021 at 1:16 PM

Grainger exec: Pandemic led to more visible information

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 28, 2021 at 1:13 PM

Rather than move outside sales reps in, try this

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  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

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  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-

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
April 21, 2021 at 12:41 PM

AI-powered CRM can improve results for distributors

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