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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
January 6, 2022 at 2:11 PM

Why companies need to always know inventory availability

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
January 5, 2022 at 2:41 PM

Omicron variant expected to disrupt shipping, trucking

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
January 4, 2022 at 2:34 PM

Office Depot finds buyer for CompuCom subsidiary

NAW SmartBrief WESCO CEO: Customer focus helps us thrive | Office Depot finds buyer for CompuCom subsidiary | Sonepar company opens combo store and warehouse Created for [email protected] |  Web Version January 4, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
January 3, 2022 at 2:34 PM

Supreme Court to consider Biden vaccine rules on Friday

NAW SmartBrief Supreme Court to consider Biden vaccine rules on Friday | Lawson Products to merge with 2 companies | Applico CEO: B2B sales is officially digital Created for [email protected] |  Web Version January 3, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 23, 2021 at 3:07 PM

Berlin Packaging purchases French bottler

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 22, 2021 at 4:09 PM

The benefits of team selling for B2B

NAW SmartBrief Hy-Vee maps out 4-state expansion | Report: B2B tech revenues to dip in 2022, rise in 2023 | Where are AVs headed in the new year? Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 22, 2021 Connect with NAW       News for …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 21, 2021 at 3:18 PM

How distributors can promote, benefit from price visibility

NAW SmartBrief How distributors can promote, benefit from price visibility | Logistics prices likely to grow even more next year | In 2021, truck drivers looked for more pay, time at home Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 21, 2021 Connect wi…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 20, 2021 at 2:51 PM

McKinsey: B2B e-commerce sales approach "tipping point"

NAW SmartBrief McKinsey: B2B e-commerce sales approach "tipping point" | Eric Winn named chief operating officer at C&S Wholesale | Amazon faces antitrust penalties in India over 2019 deal Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 20, 2021 Conne…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 17, 2021 at 2:55 PM

Demand for autonomous mobile robots, cobots set to grow

NAW SmartBrief Genuine Parts unit to buy Kaman Distribution for $1.3B | Ace Hardware offers targeted messaging for millennials | UNFI debuts home delivery of product samples Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 17, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 16, 2021 at 3:08 PM

Robotics becomes focus of warehouse automation efforts

NAW SmartBrief Looking at Berkshire eSupply's challenges, opportunities | Wholesale distribution to see big revenue gains this year | Lineage Logistics opens one Ga. port facility, plans another Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 16, 2021 Con…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 15, 2021 at 2:54 PM

Report: Amazon set to expand grocery delivery service

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 14, 2021 at 2:30 PM

C&S leader's robotics firm to go public in $5.5B deal

NAW SmartBrief C&S leader's robotics firm to go public in $5.5B deal | Hy-Vee appoints C-level, board leaders | Weyerhaeuser, energy firm form deal for solar development Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 14, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 13, 2021 at 2:32 PM

These supply chain changes are likely to stick around

NAW SmartBrief Cardinal Health exec: Hard times reveal true leadership | Sonepar USA will buy Ohio-based electrical supplier | Merchant wholesalers have higher Oct. sales, inventories Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 13, 2021 Connect with N…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 10, 2021 at 2:23 PM

What if warehouses had better amenities?

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 9, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Turning empty malls into fulfillment centers is not easy

NAW SmartBrief White Cap CEO is optimistic about growth, talent | UNFI swings to profit as "supernatural" food sales grow | CEVA Logistics parent to pay $3B for Ingram Micro unit Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 9, 2021 Connect with NAW    …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 8, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Fastener Distributor Index posts 2nd straight increase

NAW SmartBrief Fastener Distributor Index posts 2nd straight increase | Ferguson posts higher US sales in Q1 | Imperial Dade acquires American Paper & Twine Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 8, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 7, 2021 at 6:13 PM

6 Digital Technologies You Need Now

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 7, 2021 at 2:43 PM

Home Depot aims to improve distribution to pro buyers

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 2:59 PM

Warehouse usage, rents setting records in 2021

NAW SmartBrief FleetPride upgrades e-commerce site with buyer features | SpartanNash plans to cut truck fleet mileage in 2022 | KeHE: Convenience, local shopping among 2022 trends Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 6, 2021 Connect with NAW   …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 2:42 PM

Report: Amazon continues to grow seller fees

NAW SmartBrief Report: Amazon continues to grow seller fees | Former C&S exec named president of McLane Grocery | US LBM purchases building materials company in Carolinas Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 3, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 2, 2021 at 6:43 PM

[Free eBook] Save Money with Managed Label Printing Services

NAW SmartBrief Turn printer costs into an operational expense 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 SmartBrief and does not constitute an endor…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 2, 2021 at 2:54 PM

Avantor's CEO tries new things, sets bold goals

NAW SmartBrief Avantor's CEO tries new things, sets bold goals | CEVA Logistics invests in e-commerce fulfillment | Patterson Cos. earns $48.33M in fiscal Q2 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version December 2, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
December 1, 2021 at 2:29 PM

Electrocomponents exec discusses ESG strategy

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 30, 2021 at 7:26 PM

Becoming a Digital Distributor: Playbook & Maturity Model

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 30, 2021 at 2:49 PM

Colo. facility gives robotic trucks a test run

NAW SmartBrief Forecast improves for distribution revenue growth | US LBM to buy D.C.-area building materials distributor | Index: US trucks carried a little more freight in Oct. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 30, 2021 Connect with NAW   …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 29, 2021 at 2:25 PM

Distributors face competition for pro contractors

NAW SmartBrief Distributors face competition for pro contractors | Should distributors copy Amazon's shipping tactics? | Idaho is the latest state for 84 Lumber Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 29, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 24, 2021 at 2:58 PM

Sysco sets 2030 goals for electric trucks, renewables

NAW SmartBrief Sysco sets 2030 goals for electric trucks, renewables | Central Garden & Pet swings to loss in fiscal Q4 | Amazon is fined by Italy for anti-competitive actions Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 24, 2021 Connect with NAW  …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 23, 2021 at 2:38 PM

Industrial distributors plan for 2022 growth

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 22, 2021 at 2:24 PM

NAW CEO: Infrastructure bill is good for distribution

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 19, 2021 at 3:00 PM

NAW: Most distributors support challenge of OSHA rule

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 18, 2021 at 2:19 PM

What will it take to end the shipping container shortage?

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 17, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Improve e-commerce measurement with these 5 metrics

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 16, 2021 at 2:15 PM

Sales leaders must evolve to thrive

NAW SmartBrief Column: The 3 things distributors need to do well | India's Future Retail wants deal with Amazon revoked | Warehouses benefit from proper inventory management Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 16, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 15, 2021 at 2:45 PM

Economic growth may slow down as inflation persists

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 12, 2021 at 2:53 PM

NAW joins suit against OSHA's vaccine rule

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 11, 2021 at 6:06 PM

Whitepaper: Key Questions to Ask About ERPs

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 11, 2021 at 2:55 PM

Test runs of e-trucks show the possibilities

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 10, 2021 at 3:17 PM

Fastener Distributor Index rises in Oct.

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 9, 2021 at 2:05 PM

Industry recovery reflected in US Foods' Q3 results

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 8, 2021 at 3:04 PM

Shippers face "tightest trucking market in a generation"

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 5, 2021 at 1:34 PM

Warehouses at critical ports have low vacancy rates

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 4, 2021 at 1:56 PM

Survey: 3PLs struggle with hiring amid strong growth

NAW SmartBrief The distributor's perspective on the chip supply chain | ODP Corp. sees jump in Q3 profit despite revenue dip | Owens & Minor reports Q3 earnings of $44.13M Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 4, 2021 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 3, 2021 at 1:59 PM

Robotics is changing the nature of warehouse work

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 2, 2021 at 1:41 PM

Add stakeholders to B2B talks without offending anyone

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

How tech helped modernize Sally Beauty

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 29, 2021 at 2:05 PM

Be a more empathetic B2B marketer in 5 steps

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 28, 2021 at 1:24 PM

Graybar more than doubles Q3 profit

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 27, 2021 at 2:11 PM

Distributors among top co-ops by revenue

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 26, 2021 at 1:27 PM

NAW: Vaccine rule will worsen supply chain disruptions

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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 25, 2021 at 1:58 PM

Why companies need to diversify their suppliers

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