In a notable issue of Industrial Supply, our CEO Nelson Valderrama, explores the substantial opportunity that lies in optimizing pricing strategies for industrial distributors. He emphasizes that while many distributors focus on increasing sales volume, refining pricing strategies can yield three to four times greater profit growth. Here’s a closer look at the key takeaways…
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The first MDM SHIFT conference, held since the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors acquired MDM in January, brought distribution leaders together earlier this month to address key challenges, learn, and network. The event offered valuable insights to help distributors rethink innovation and position themselves for long-term success. The Intuilize team, including CEO/Founder Nelson Valderrama, Strategic Partnerships…
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Staying ahead isn't just about keeping pace—it's about setting the pace. That's why we've written our concise guide, Thriving in an Age of Disruption: Transforming Distribution with Inventory and Price Optimization, which we’ve explicitly tailored for distributors constantly striving to maximize ROI and improve operational excellence. Why This Whitepaper is a Game-Changer for You: Tackle…
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AI is here, and it’s changing the game for distributors. But let’s get one thing straight: AI isn’t replacing your workforce—it’s enhancing it. The most successful distributors aren’t just adopting AI tools; they’re preparing their teams to use them effectively. That’s where the real competitive edge lies. Forward-thinking distributors are upskilling their employees, evolving roles,…
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Price optimization is a key process to help distributors achieve optimal pricing levels that simultaneously align with shifting market dynamics, seasonal and historical demand, and customer willingness to pay, ultimately driving business success and financial performance. Through the use of technology, future-focused distributors can leverage their own data to build strategies that will find the…
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Achieving maximum ROI in distribution hinges on your ability to make informed decisions about inventory management and pricing strategies. One powerful yet underutilized tool that distributors can leverage is rate-of-change analysis. By focusing on short-term and long-term sales trends, rate-of-change metrics provide invaluable insights that help distributors optimize their inventory and pricing decisions to stay…
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With distribution margins already tight (3-7%), even modest tariff increases can devastate your bottom line. The upcoming expanded "Reciprocal Tariff Policy" has left many distributors wondering how to balance profitability and customer relationships. Industry analysts reveal that 60% of distributors lack a strategic approach to tariff management—yet forward-thinking companies can turn this challenge into competitive…
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Creating exceptional customer experiences is more crucial than ever for distributors. For Earnest Machine, this mission is at the heart of their operations. As they continuously strive to enhance their service, they recognized the need for a tool that could help them optimize their processes and drive growth. Enter Intuilize. Enhancing Customer Experience with Analytics…
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