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  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 4, 2022 at 12:24 PM

How the cloud can rescue just-in-time supply

NAW SmartBrief Avient CEO: Recession has already arrived | Insight Enterprises sees Q3 profit, revenue gains | AmerisourceBergen posts small revenue gain in fiscal Q4 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 4, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 3, 2022 at 1:23 PM

SiteOne Landscape Supply posts 18% jump in Q3 revenue

NAW SmartBrief McKesson profit more than triples in fiscal Q2 | SiteOne Landscape Supply posts 18% jump in Q3 revenue | Owens & Minor earns $12.5M in Q3 as Patient Direct booms Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 3, 2022 Connect with NAW  …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 2, 2022 at 12:53 PM

E-commerce makes up almost a third of Watsco's Q3 sales

NAW SmartBrief Sysco remains "upbeat" as profit, sales grow in fiscal Q1 | E-commerce makes up almost a third of Watsco's Q3 sales | Henry Schein earns $150M in Q3 on revenue of $3.1B Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 2, 2022 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
November 1, 2022 at 12:37 PM

UNFI rolls out Smart Shelf Tags to retailers, suppliers

NAW SmartBrief Grainger's Zoro adds users, sales, SKUs in Q3 | UNFI rolls out Smart Shelf Tags to retailers, suppliers | Important inflation gauge rises 0.5% in Sept. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version November 1, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 1:10 PM

Grainger's Q3 results get boost from price, volume growth

NAW SmartBrief Grainger's Q3 results get boost from price, volume growth | Applied Industrial posts profit, sales gains in fiscal Q1 | Wakefern posts record annual sales of $18.6B Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 31, 2022 Connect with NAW   …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 28, 2022 at 12:45 PM

Linde earns $1.27B in Q3 as revenue grows 15%

NAW SmartBrief Linde earns $1.27B in Q3 as revenue grows 15% | O'Reilly's Q3 results boosted by same-store, pro sales | Avnet revenue jumps 21% in fiscal Q1 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 28, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 27, 2022 at 12:52 PM

How B2B marketers can elevate lead gen

NAW SmartBrief Amazon customers will be able to use Venmo to pay | Chefs' Warehouse earns $8.3M in Q3 | SRS Distribution buys Tenn.-based roofing distributor Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 27, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 26, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Linde part of massive hydrogen push on Texas' Gulf Coast

NAW SmartBrief Linde part of massive hydrogen push on Texas' Gulf Coast | C&S boosts planning abilities with Relex Solutions | FleetPride buys Utah-based truck parts supplier Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 26, 2022 Connect with NAW    …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 25, 2022 at 12:59 PM

How AI makes sales easier for distributors, customers

NAW SmartBrief Look at inventory, customers, scenarios ahead of downturn | How AI makes sales easier for distributors, customers | What do this year's distribution mergers mean for 2023? Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 25, 2022 Connect with…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 24, 2022 at 1:28 PM

UNFI promotes fresher produce, easier coupons with tech

NAW SmartBrief UNFI promotes fresher produce, easier coupons with tech | E-commerce accounts for 63% of MSC's sales in fiscal Q4 | Southern Glazer's opens warehouse store in Las Vegas Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 24, 2022 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 21, 2022 at 12:47 PM

Genuine Parts' industrial unit fuels Q3 sales gains

NAW SmartBrief MSC Industrial Direct profit jumps almost 60% in Q3 | Genuine Parts' industrial unit fuels Q3 sales gains | Pool Corp. earns $190.1M in Q3 Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 21, 2022 Connect with NAW       Ne…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 20, 2022 at 12:22 PM

Easy-to-use tech is key to facilitating data-driven sales

NAW SmartBrief Crescent Electric Supply CEO: Employee engagement vital | B2B marketplace sales set to keep growing rapidly in 2022 | Home Depot creates hiring marketplace for tradespeople Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 20, 2022 Connect wit…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 19, 2022 at 12:46 PM

C&S-operated Piggly Wiggly stores pilot automation system

NAW SmartBrief C&S-operated Piggly Wiggly stores pilot automation system | Valin Corp. buys Calif.-based Jensen Instrument | SpartanNash names chief strategy and information officer Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 19, 2022 Connect with …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 18, 2022 at 12:56 PM

How the market for warehouse space is evolving

NAW SmartBrief Insight Enterprises among few firms with female CEO, CFO | Valley Supply to join White Cap's Northwest Region | Supply chain disruption easing amid lower demand Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 18, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 17, 2022 at 1:07 PM

Digital commerce makes up half of Fastenal's Q3 sales

NAW SmartBrief Digital commerce makes up half of Fastenal's Q3 sales | Distribution sales transformation needs context, nuance | UNFI hires first chief supply chain transformation officer Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 17, 2022 Connect wit…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 14, 2022 at 1:10 PM

Successful distribution marketplaces need trust, tech

NAW SmartBrief Fastenal sees Q3 sales, profit growth amid stable prices | Successful distribution marketplaces need trust, tech | Linde unit buying Tenn.-based nexAir Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 14, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 12:18 PM

B2B distributor e-commerce set to reach $1.4T this year

NAW SmartBrief Wholesale prices exceed expected growth in Sept. | McKesson takes cues from offices in designing its DCs | B2B distributor e-commerce set to reach $1.4T this year Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 13, 2022 Connect with NAW     …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 12, 2022 at 12:41 PM

Sysco CEO predicts food inflation will slow in 2023

NAW SmartBrief Sysco CEO predicts food inflation will slow in 2023 | Amazon ends 3-year test of home delivery robots | BlueLinx pays $67M for Vandermeer Forest Products Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 12, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 11, 2022 at 12:50 PM

Distributors can achieve omnichannel goals by using AI

NAW SmartBrief Distributors can achieve omnichannel goals by using AI | Walmart invests further in automation with Alert Innovation | SpartanNash sells 4 distribution facilities Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 11, 2022 Connect with NAW     …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 7, 2022 at 12:17 PM

Key components of the intelligent digital supply chain

NAW SmartBrief The do's and don'ts of effective distribution pricing | Distributors in Ala., Quebec join Imperial Dade | Sonepar to lease Ford E-Transit electric vans from Penske Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 7, 2022 Connect with NAW     …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 6, 2022 at 12:51 PM

Data is key to managing inventory amid disruptions

NAW SmartBrief Major distributors' sales are reason for optimism | Wakefern begins 2nd season of company podcast | M. Holland looks toward the future of automotive trends Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 6, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 5, 2022 at 12:40 PM

Grainger targets 5 areas for High-Touch Solutions growth

NAW SmartBrief Ingram Micro supports customers with data insights | Grainger targets 5 areas for High-Touch Solutions growth | AI, data analytics can "revolutionize" food supply chain Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 5, 2022 Connect with NAW…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 4, 2022 at 12:14 PM

Why distributors should reinvent, rather than innovate

NAW SmartBrief Why distributors should reinvent, rather than innovate | UNFI to reacquire 3 former Shoppers stores, remodel 2 more in Md. | Sonepar USA buying 2 electrical distributors Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 4, 2022 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
October 3, 2022 at 12:44 PM

Exec wants to extend reach of US Foods' CHEF'STORE

NAW SmartBrief Exec wants to extend reach of US Foods' CHEF'STORE | Amazon Business survey: B2B buyers boost online orders | Bill to raise fees for large merger probes clears House Created for [email protected] |  Web Version October 3, 2022 Connect with NAW   …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 30, 2022 at 12:20 PM

Advance Auto Parts touts benefits of hiring gig workers

NAW SmartBrief Advance Auto Parts touts benefits of hiring gig workers | Dallas to host largest KeHE Distributors facility | UNFI to use Symbotic robotics at 5 distribution centers Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 30, 2022 Connect with NAW…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Costs, tech, logistics holding back autonomous trucks

NAW SmartBrief Winsupply exec: We innovate for customers, not coolness | Berlin Packaging acquires Albanian glass business | Antitrust bill's backers aim for vote in lame-duck session Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 29, 2022 Connect with …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 28, 2022 at 12:56 PM

TD Synnex's revenue nearly triples in fiscal Q3

NAW SmartBrief Ferguson CEO: Good leaders can identify employees' skills | TD Synnex's revenue nearly triples in fiscal Q3 | UNFI earns $39M in fiscal Q4 on revenue of $7.27B Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 28, 2022 Connect with NAW      …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 27, 2022 at 12:27 PM

Watsco, other HVACR distributors make e-commerce push

NAW SmartBrief Watsco, other HVACR distributors make e-commerce push | Core & Main buying Hawaii-based Distributors Inc. | Optimas Solutions reaches business intelligence goal Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 27, 2022 Connect with NAW …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 26, 2022 at 12:44 PM

Distributors need to go a step further and act on data

NAW SmartBrief How distributors can continue e-commerce growth | Distributors need to go a step further and act on data | Report: Amazon trucking contractors pose danger on roads Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 26, 2022 Connect with NAW  …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 23, 2022 at 12:57 PM

Motion exec discusses Kaman integration, tech projects

NAW SmartBrief Motion exec discusses Kaman integration, tech projects | Kodiak Building Partners acquires Western Interior Supply | FTC says Amazon's Bezos, Jassy must testify at hearing Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 23, 2022 Connect wi…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 22, 2022 at 12:45 PM

US distributors already seeing big sales growth this year

NAW SmartBrief US distributors already seeing big sales growth this year | FTC requests more info in review of Amazon-iRobot deal | Hy-Vee, SpartanNash among DoorDash's grocery partners Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 22, 2022 Connect wit…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 21, 2022 at 12:56 PM

Hiring is major concern for distributors, survey finds

NAW SmartBrief Hiring is major concern for distributors, survey finds | New Motion Ai website highlights motion-control solutions | Top warehouse innovations include robotics, cloud, IoT Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 21, 2022 Connect wi…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 20, 2022 at 12:24 PM

What do Amazon's antitrust issues mean for distributors?

NAW SmartBrief What do Amazon's antitrust issues mean for distributors? | Sysco, US Foods serve up more e-commerce options | MSC Industrial hires its first chief operating officer Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 20, 2022 Connect with NAW …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 19, 2022 at 12:15 PM

Distribution needs to rebrand itself for future workforce

NAW SmartBrief Expert: Data, cash are vital amid economic uncertainty | Distribution needs to rebrand itself for future workforce | US Foods appoints new CHEF'STORE president Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 19, 2022 Connect with NAW      …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 16, 2022 at 12:36 PM

Wholesale inflation falls again but remains elevated

NAW SmartBrief NAW CEO: Deal to avoid rail strike is "fantastic news for the economy" | Wholesale inflation falls again but remains elevated | Ferguson tries out fuel cell prototype truck from Ford Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 16, 2022 …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 15, 2022 at 1:10 PM

New Cardinal Health exec prioritizes talent development

NAW SmartBrief NAW campaign calls for passage of Amazon antitrust bill | New Cardinal Health exec prioritizes talent development | Lineage Logistics leases full building near Houston port Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 15, 2022 Connect w…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 14, 2022 at 1:57 PM

Fastenal's digital streams bolster sales, supply chains

NAW SmartBrief Fastenal's digital streams bolster sales, supply chains | Core & Main profit more than quadruples in Q2 | US Foods expands La. distribution center Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 14, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 13, 2022 at 12:49 PM

Major distributors show continued shift to e-commerce

NAW SmartBrief Major distributors show continued shift to e-commerce | AmerisourceBergen to pay $1.3B for Germany's PharmaLex | WESCO to purchase IT company Rahi Systems in $217M deal Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 13, 2022 Connect with …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 12, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Cold food chain can benefit from these 3 technologies

NAW SmartBrief UNFI grows its at-home meal offerings | Using service life cycle, value maps can improve results | Scoular reaches deal to buy 4 grain elevators from ADM Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 12, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 9, 2022 at 12:44 PM

Americold, Lineage Logistics pursue growth, automation

NAW SmartBrief Americold, Lineage Logistics pursue growth, automation | Instacart acquires e-commerce platform Rosie | Fastenal sees sales gains of 21% in Aug. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 9, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 8, 2022 at 12:18 PM

Robots being designed to fix supply chain issues

NAW SmartBrief Grainger CFO: Long-term approach is best for pricing | Imperial Dade acquires Puerto Rico-based distributor | DXP Enterprises buys water equipment manufacturer Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 8, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 7, 2022 at 1:05 PM

How software, tech can reduce supply chain volatility

NAW SmartBrief Optimas Solutions exec shares next transformation steps | Report: Amazon cancels, delays more than 60 US facilities | Amazon's acquisition of iRobot under FTC review Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 7, 2022 Connect with NAW …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 6, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Liz Shrum joins NAW as chief communications officer

NAW SmartBrief Liz Shrum joins NAW as chief communications officer | Digi-Key to offer range of Schneider Electric products | Krasdale Foods opens new CTown location in Scranton, Pa. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 6, 2022 Connect with NA…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 2, 2022 at 12:35 PM

Survey: Tech, pay key to fixing warehouse labor shortage

NAW SmartBrief Amazon-Whole Foods deal a mixed bag 5 years later | Survey: Tech, pay key to fixing warehouse labor shortage | 3PL Geodis announces expansion of warehouse robots Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 2, 2022 Connect with NAW     …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
September 1, 2022 at 12:59 PM

S&S Activewear boosts service with Cincinnati-area DC

NAW SmartBrief S&S Activewear boosts service with Cincinnati-area DC | Core & Main to buy waterworks business from Trumbull | ODP Corp. reaches leaseback agreement for sale of Fla. HQ Created for [email protected] |  Web Version September 1, 2022 Connec…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
August 31, 2022 at 3:09 PM

Learn How Search Drove Conversions for Lucidworks B2B Commerce Customers

NAW SmartBrief Read our snapshot of case studies for the B2B commerce ecosystem to learn how we drive search success for our B2B customers. Created for [email protected] |  Web Version This is a paid advertisement for SmartBrief readers. The content does not nece…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
August 31, 2022 at 12:21 PM

Fed's favored index shows inflation slowing in July

NAW SmartBrief Fed's favored index shows inflation slowing in July | Imperial Dade directors discuss disinfection protocols | Baker & Taylor addressing impact of ransomware attack Created for [email protected] |  Web Version August 31, 2022 Connect with NAW…
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
August 30, 2022 at 12:29 PM

SpartanNash reaps rewards as it revamps supply chains

NAW SmartBrief D.C. AG appeals dismissal of Amazon antitrust suit | Supply chain pressures move from sea to land | Report: Distributors want integrated, interoperable ERPs Created for [email protected] |  Web Version August 30, 2022 Connect with NAW       …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
August 29, 2022 at 11:49 AM

New Ingram Micro exec wants distribution to be a resource

NAW SmartBrief New Ingram Micro exec wants distribution to be a resource | Wurth Industry North America posts revenue growth | Amazon Business serves B2B with "seamless integration" Created for [email protected] |  Web Version August 29, 2022 Connect with NAW  …
  NAW SmartBrief · [email protected]
August 26, 2022 at 11:41 AM

Hoplin: NAW facilitates cooperation among distributors

NAW SmartBrief Hoplin: NAW facilitates cooperation among distributors | New chief strategy officer joins NAW | Wages, import costs cited as key drivers of inflation Created for [email protected] |  Web Version August 26, 2022 Connect with NAW       …