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Why Now Is The Moment To Invest In New Product Introductions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIqyFfTdPZQ Our data suggests there is a window of opportunity to gain a competitive advantage through NPIs. Watch James Dorn and J Schneider discuss success factors relating to line extensions versus new-to-the-market innovations. Thoughts? Questions? As always, feel free to reach out to talk in greater depth about these and other issues impacting your business.

Why Now Is The Moment To Invest In New Product Introductions2023-09-27T08:59:16-05:00

The Power of Qualitative Analytics

James Dorn and Tom Gale explore how to collect qualitative data to ensure distribution associates are in tune with what their end customers most value. Listen to this episode of The MDM Podcast now:   James Dorn is a regular guest on The MDM Podcast. Listen on your favorite podcast platform.  Thoughts? Questions? As always, feel free to reach out to talk in greater depth about these and other issues impacting your business. Podcast Transcript: Tom Gale: Welcome to this edition of MDM's Quicktake. I'm Tom Gale. My guest [...]

The Power of Qualitative Analytics2023-06-19T10:22:25-05:00

How B2B Distributors Can Win Rock Fights Over Price

https://youtu.be/mzrQl7Kqta4 End customers are pushing back hard on price increases. James Dorn and John Gunderson share 3 ways distributors can cut costs, delivery more value and protect profitably. Thoughts? Questions? As always, feel free to reach out to talk in greater depth about these and other issues impacting your business.

How B2B Distributors Can Win Rock Fights Over Price2023-06-26T11:08:52-05:00

How to Tame ‘Suppliers Gone Wild’ Heading Into A Down Cycle

https://youtu.be/Y9Wdwra6uqY Distributors must become more important to fewer customers in the coming months. Watch James Dorn and John Gunderson share 3 ways to optimize supplier relationships and preserve gross margins. Thoughts? Questions? As always, feel free to reach out to talk in greater depth about these and other issues impacting your business.

How to Tame ‘Suppliers Gone Wild’ Heading Into A Down Cycle2023-06-26T11:08:19-05:00