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SUMMARY:Technology Leader Panel: AI\, Machine Learning & Robotics for Distributors
DESCRIPTION:Lost in the avalanche of news about AI is useful information about how this new type of technology can help distributors perform better. New and emerging AI-enabled systems offer distributors the ability to drive improvements in a variety of areas\, such as:  \n\nSite search \nProduct data management \nProduce recommenders – online and for sales reps \nInventory forecasting \nWarehouse management \nAR and AP management \nCustomer relationship management \nMany others! \n\nOn Aug. 1 at 9 PT/12 ET\, we’re bringing together thought leaders from leading technology companies for a discussion on how AI can help distributors right now and in the near future. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to listen to experts who will describe applications you can use to grow sales\, run your operations more productively and improve profits.
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/technology-panel-payment-rebates/
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SUMMARY:Wholesale Change: Channel Trends in Electrical Distribution
DESCRIPTION:What does the increasing pace of M&A activity mean for distributors\, manufacturers and reps? How will this change the ecosystem of the industry?  \n\nWill the role of manufacturers’ reps evolve so they’re more like VARs? \nWhat happens to associations as distributors consolidate?  \nHow will manufacturers adapt as M&A activity continues?\n\nJoin us on the August 9 episode of Wholesale Change with our guest\, distribution expert David Gordon. Outspoken\, candid\, expert and industry insider – David is all of these and more. He’s been the President of the Channel Marketing Group for more than 22 years and began publishing the leading independent blog in the electrical distribution industry\, ElectricalTrends\, 15 years ago. David also publishes US LightingTrends and\, with Dorn Group\, HVACRTrends. \nDavid will join Ian Heller and Jonathan Bein for another spirited\, unscripted conversation.
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/wholesale-change-17/
CATEGORIES:Wholesale Change Show
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SUMMARY:Distribution Leader Panel: Delighted Customers Buy More: How Exceptional Customer Experience Powers Growth and Profits
DESCRIPTION:Providing an outstanding customer experience (CX) is the most powerful way for distributors to differentiate. Customers may be able to buy your products elsewhere but competitors will struggle to match truly exceptional service. But you must know what your customers want from you and how well you’re delivering against their expectations. \nLeading distributors have recognized that CX\, the totality of the customer’s interactions and experiences with a distributor\, is the most important product they offer. \nLoyal customers generate more revenues and profit than indifferent buyers. \nIn this distribution leader panel\, we will explore: \n\nMeasuring customer satisfaction – What matters and what’s the right method?\nComponents of customer experience – Which capabilities and touchpoints should you prioritize?\nImproving customer satisfaction – How should you act upon the data you gather?\nMeasuring the value of a customer experience initiative – How do we know that our CX initiatives are working? What benefits are they delivering to customers and to our company?\n\nIf you are a distributor who takes customer experience seriously or are considering a CX initiative\, don’t miss this panel.
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/technology-panel-nps-csat-2/
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SUMMARY:Distribution Leader Panel: Artificial Intelligence – Implications for Distributor Sales\, Marketing & Digital Strategies
DESCRIPTION:There’s information overload about AI – everywhere you turn\, you find articles\, videos\, presentations and podcasts about this exciting new form of technology. But what could it mean for distributors? \nIn this exciting panel\, DSG’s Chief Strategy Officer Ian Heller will moderate a discussion with two distribution executives about AI marketing\, sales\, and digital use cases for distributors. They’ll look at how AI might be used to improve sales effectiveness and productivity\, more targeted marketing\, better ecommerce solutions and more. \nWith extensive backgrounds in technology\, marketing\, sales and ecommerce\, our panelists are perfectly qualified to talk about the opportunities AI offers distributors and how they can apply it as a competitive advantage.
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/technology-panel-digital-2/
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SUMMARY:Wholesale Change: What Every CEO Should Know About Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Wholesale Change show when hosts Ian Heller and Jonathan Bein\, Ph.D. will be joined by distribution technology expert Klaus Werner. Klaus is also preparing to deliver a keynote presentation\, “AI Applications and Use Cases for Distribution”\, at our upcoming Applied AI for Distributors Conference. \nIn this Wholesale Change episode\, Klaus will open the conversation about “AI Applications and Use Cases for Distribution\,” which he will expand on at our upcoming Applied AI for Distributors Conference. Klaus will discuss how distributors can use AI to improve productivity\, quality and profitability in areas like: \n\nCustomer service \nSupply chain \nSales automation \nPersonalization \neCommerce  \n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from an early AI pioneer in distribution on Aug. 23 at 9 PT/12 ET and send in questions\, too.  
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/wholesale-change-20/
CATEGORIES:Wholesale Change Show
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SUMMARY:Technology Leader Panel: Marketplace Tools and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:The breathtaking growth of marketplaces brings opportunities and threats to distributors. \nWhether you plan to sell on marketplaces\, build your own or simply expand your assortment on your own website\, you must understand the available technologies to craft your strategy. Additionally\, you need to gather and organize product data effectively so you provide a compelling offering to customers and prospects. \nJoin us Aug. 30 at 9 PT/12 ET when we’ll host a panel of experts who can help you understand:  \n\nHow to participate and win on a 3rd party marketplace \nOptions to expand the assortment on your own website \nBuilding your own marketplace: options and best practices \nSetting up your tech stack and product data capabilities to be ready for marketplaces 
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