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HARDI 2024: Strategic Approaches to Inventory Management and Supplier Partnerships

This month, HARDI's Focus Conference in Dallas brought together HVACR wholesale distribution leaders to address industry challenges and explore growth opportunities. Packed with educational sessions, the event highlighted key trends and insights essential for distributors aiming to stay competitive amid shifting market dynamics and rising inventory pressures. Shaping Inventory Strategy and Supplier Tactics The conference's…

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MDM SHIFT 2024 Recap: Navigating Innovation in Distribution

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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Bear Necessities: Demand Planning Essentials for Engineers

As engineers and manufacturers in the industrial distribution sector, the question often arises: “What role does Demand Planning play in our success?” While we can delve into technical metrics and analytics, a simple story captures the essence of its importance. The Camping Story Two lifelong friends are camping in the woods when a bear appears…

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Hidden Profits: Why Your Pricing Strategy Matters More Than You Think

Are you a business manager striving to maximize ROI for your distribution business? If so, you’re not alone. While many focus on acquiring more customers and increasing sales volume, few leverage the most powerful tool at their disposal: their pricing strategy. In his insightful Industrial Supply article, Your Margin is My Opportunity, Intuilize CEO Nelson…

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Intuilize at HARDI Focus Conference 2024 | Intuilize

We are happy to announce Intuilize will be attending the HARDI Focus Conference! The conference offers HVACR wholesale distribution leaders a chance to grow their businesses and tackle industry challenges through specialized sessions and networking opportunities developed by HARDI Councils. Details are: 📅 Date: September 10-12, 2024, 🏙️ Venue: Renaissance Dallas Hotel. As an AI-powered…

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Intuilize at SHIFT 2024 | Intuilize

We're excited to announce that Intuilize will attend and sponsor the MDM SHIFT 2024 | The Future of Distribution conference. If you’re looking to sharpen your competitive edge in the distribution industry, this is the event you don’t want to miss! 📅 Date: September 11-13, 2024, 🏙️ Venue: Booth 8 | Hyatt Regency Denver at…

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The Power of Rate of Change Analysis in Inventory and Pricing Decisions

In the dynamic distribution world, staying ahead of market trends and making data-driven decisions are crucial for maximizing your return on investment. One effective tool that aids distributors in achieving this is rate-of-change analysis. This article delves into leveraging rate-of-change data to optimize prices and streamline inventories, ultimately enhancing your ROI. Understanding Rate of Change…

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Proven Distributor Strategies in Price Optimization and Inventory Efficiency

Distributors face constant pressure to optimize prices and streamline inventory to maximize ROI. Expert insights from a webinar led by Scott Sinning, President of Pricing and Distributors and VP of Pricing Strategy at Graybar, and Nelson Valderrama, CEO of Intuilize, highlight strategies and techniques to help distributors protect their margins and enhance profitability. Understanding Price…

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Efficient Bill of Materials Management: The Backbone of Distribution

Managing large bills of materials (BOM) is a critical task for distributors, especially when handling hundreds of line items. Historically, this process was manual, involving extensive use of spreadsheets and manual input from various sources. In today's fast-paced market, such manual processes are not only time-consuming but also prone to errors and inconsistencies. The Importance…

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