Distribution

The Value of Managing Seasonality for Wholesale Distributors in the Education Space

Seasonality is a common challenge faced by many businesses, including wholesale distributors. For those operating in the educational sector, managing the ebbs and flows…

Enhancing Efficiency: How Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Transforms Distribution Companies

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, distribution companies are constantly seeking ways to optimize their operations and drive efficiency. The integration of cutting-edge technology is…

Operational Excellence: The Role of Warehouse Management Solutions for Wholesale Distributors in the Educational Market

In the wholesale distribution industry, managing inventory effectively is at the heart of achieving operational excellence. Distributors must handle a variety of inventory types,…

How Can Distributors Conquer the Small-Order Challenge from Marketplaces?

Top online marketplaces raked in more than $3.25 trillion in 2022, according to Digital Commerce 360. Over the next few years, marketplaces will capture nearly…

How to Use Master Planning to Mitigate the Effects of Inventory Shortages

More than 71% of global manufacturers say they continue to struggle to get the materials they need. Those challenges cause ripples throughout the supply chain. While…

The State of Inventory Management for Distributors in 2023

In a joint survey between Modern Distribution Management and Sikich, industrial distributors larger than $100 million recently rated their inventory management practices and shared…

Access to Information: The Key to Success for School Distributors

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, having access to the right information is crucial for success. For wholesale distributors, particularly those working with…

Inventory Management Advice

What are the current trends and challenges in inventory management? What technology is available to help you address the current supply chain landscape and…

How Distributors Can Hit Commitments to Marketplaces and Big-Box Retailers

Distributors have distinct sets of shipping and delivery requirements depending on their customer base. Juggling that can be tricky. And it’s become even more complex…

Modern Business Applications: A Game Changer for Wholesale Distributors in the Educational Sector

In today’s rapidly evolving world, businesses across industries are increasingly leveraging digital transformation to stay competitive and meet the changing needs of their clients….

The Tie Between Better Forecasting and Better Inventory Management

For distributors, inventory flows from the manufacturer to distribution centers and branch locations, eventually ending in the hands of a customer. This process requires…

M&D Industry Pulse Featured in the News June 2023

Sikich’s M&D Industry Pulse results were featured in various publications, highlighting manufacturers’ steady optimism of business prospects. Coverage also included mention of decreased optimism…

How Distributors Can Be More Proactive About Inventory Management

Over the past few years, distributors have seen unprecedented challenges. From labor shortages to extended lead times to totally unpredictable supply and demand, inventory…

A Quick Guide to Data Migration in a Cloud ERP Implementation

Data migration, a key component of an ERP implementation, is so critical that it can determine whether that implementation is successful. But distributors often…

Freight Management Solutions for Distributors

The COVID-19 pandemic, labor shortages, and logistical challenges shaped today’s supply chain challenges for distribution companies. These obstacles have made effective freight management in…

How the Pandemic Changed Inventory Management

When you’re operating with multiple branches, inventory visibility is critical. But when the pandemic happened, 78% of supply chains were disrupted, making it the…

How EDI Can Improve 3PL-Distributor Relationships

In the ups and downs of a global economy, distributors increasingly rely on their relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to support supply chain…

Jon Byrd Featured in Modern Distribution Management (MDM)

Jon Byrd was recently featured in a Modern Distribution Management (MDM) article, “The Cost of Poor Inventory Management.” In it, he advises the costs of…

EDI for Distribution: Embrace a Modern Approach to Connecting with Your Channel Partners

Electronic data interchange (EDI) software is the foundation for sharing and interpreting transaction and inventory data between channel partners and logistics providers. However, many…

James Miller Featured in Industrial Distribution Magazine

James Miller recently contributed an article to Industrial Distribution Magazine, “Landed Cost: The Missing Piece to a Clear View of Distributor Profitability.” In it, he…