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SUMMARY:2025 State of Technology in Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Join us March 5 at 9 PT/12 ET for our annual deep dive into distributor technology trends and strategies for success.   \nWe’ll present the results of our annual survey of distributors on how they are leveraging technology to support the customer journey.  \nYou’ll learn:  \n\nHow ERP and CRM are evolving to provide real-time insights\, integrations and better customer experiences \n\n\nHow distributors are using AI and other emerging technologies to drive efficiencies and greater effectiveness in their operations \n\n\nThe latest advancements in ecommerce and other digital tools \n\n\nActionable recommendations to make the right tech investments and drive measurable impact 
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SUMMARY:Technology Leader Panel: How Distributors Use AI to Drive Sales Effectiveness
DESCRIPTION:One of the earliest wins distributors have had with AI has been in improving sales effectiveness. Join us on March 12\, 9 PT/12 ET\, for an expert panel discussion on how AI can give your sales team an edge.  \nYou’ll learn how AI can:  \n\nGuide sales reps to spend time with the right prospects at the right time \n\n\nPersonalize outreach at scale across channels\, ensuring every interaction is relevant \n\n\nAutomate follow-ups\, reminding your team when to check in with customers \n\n\nSpot upsell and cross-sell opportunities to boost average order value and grow wallet share \n\n\nReduce the busy work for sales teams\, letting them focus on strengthening relationships \n\nThis session will focus on real-world applications of AI in distribution. If you can’t make it live\, be sure to register to get a link to watch on-demand. 
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/technology-leader-panel-how-distributors-use-ai-to-drive-sales-effectiveness/
CATEGORIES:On-Demand Program
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SUMMARY:Measuring What Matters: Customer Satisfaction and Market Demand Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and applying analytics is crucial for staying competitive.\nThis webinar will equip you with the knowledge to effectively use analytics tools\, leading to improved performance and competitive advantage.\n\nJoin us to learn:\n\n\nHow to interpret complex data sets to make strategic decisions that positively impact your organization\n\n\nHow leading distributors are using integrated analytics to improve operations across the board for greater impact\n\n\nHow to identify spending gaps\, measure customer potential and implement targeted strategies that increase your share of customer spend across product categories
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/distribution-leader-panel-measuring-what-matters/
CATEGORIES:On-Demand Program
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SUMMARY:Wholesale Change: How Sonepar is Driving Real Value from AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive pre-conference conversation with Don Sarno\, Senior Vice President of Digital Enterprise North America at Sonepar\, as he shares insights ahead of his session at the Applied AI for Distributors Conference in June. \nIn this engaging discussion\, Don will explore the transformative role of AI in distribution\, how Sonepar is leveraging AI to drive digital innovation\, and what the future holds for AI-powered supply chain and customer experience strategies. Attendees will get a sneak peek into the key themes and takeaways from his upcoming presentation at the AI conference. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow AI is reshaping the distribution landscape\nSonepar’s approach to digital transformation and AI adoption\nPractical AI applications that enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement\nWhat to expect from Don’s session at the Applied AI for Distributors Conference in June\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the industry’s leading voices on AI and digital transformation. Register now to gain early insights into AI’s impact on distribution and prepare for the conference in June!
URL:https://archive.distributionstrategy.com/event/wholesale-change-how-sonepar-is-driving-real-value-from-ai/
CATEGORIES:Wholesale Change Show
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