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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Let’s be real—when people talk about AI, it often sounds like you need to tear down your entire operation and rebuild from scratch. But for distributors, the best AI adoption strategy isn’t about revolution—it’s about evolution. Small, smart changes can drive huge efficiency gains, helping you win more business, reduce costs, and free up your…
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For the first time, Intuilize attended the NAHAD Annual Convention with a two-person team: Phil Samuels (VP of Sales & Marketing) and Nelson Valderrama (CEO). Hosted at Tampa's JW Marriott Water Street, the event created ideal conditions for meaningful connections among manufacturers, distributors, and service providers from across North America. Tackling Distribution's Most Pressing Challenges…
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Cleaning up and sorting data can feel overwhelming with so many processes involved. At Intuilize, we get it—that’s why we partnered with WrangleWorks to show you a better way. Watch our workshop recording for actionable tips on transforming messy data into clean, structured information that drives better business outcomes. Learn how easy it is to…
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ECON 101 calls it “price sensitivity.” In a perfect economy, distributors can set prices where supply and demand meet and produce the most revenue. Price sensitivity measures how high a company can price its product without upsetting that balance. Pricing delays can significantly damage potential profits. Distributors must understand their role in revenue and adopt…
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We’re headed to Tampa! Intuilize is proud to announce that we’ll be exhibiting at NAHAD's 41st Annual Meeting & Convention, taking place April 12–15, 2025 at the stunning JW Marriott Water Street. NAHAD’s Annual Convention is more than a trade show—it’s where the hose and hose accessories industry gathers to connect, collaborate, and align on…
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AI is no longer a buzzword in our space—it has become a competitive necessity in wholesale distribution. Strategies and tactics for adopting AI were discussed by experts and peers at the 2025 Evergreen Partnership Conference in March. Intuilize Founder/CEO Nelson Valderrama and The Distribution Team's Principal Jason Bader contributed to the discussions at the event,…
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For years, distribution leadership has been a blend of industry experience, market intuition, and quick decision-making under pressure. The best executives trusted their gut—until AI came along. Netflix CEO Reed Hastings once said that while the company heavily invests in data analytics, the ultimate decisions come down to Smart Intuition. While AI analyzes our viewing…
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