Workforce, Talent & Succession
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Report: 47% of Distributors & Manufacturers to Invest in Technology to Mitigate Hiring Challenges
Conexiom report assesses the state of hiring in manufacturing and distribution industries.
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ITR Economics Forecasts Growth Through 2025; Labor Shortage to Ease in 2024
The U.S. economy is quickly bouncing back from COVID. The supply chain is slowly correcting itself, and distributors will see a lot of growth opportunities between now and 2030, says Brian Beaulieu, CEO and Principal of ITR Economics. Beaulieu spoke at the 2022 NAW Executive Summit about the state of the global economy and the…
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How AI Drives Sales Productivity to Offset Labor Shortages
The difficult post-pandemic labor market is having an impact on businesses across industries from retail and hospitality to manufacturing and distribution. While there is high demand for salespeople as companies implement aggressive recovery plans, recruiters can’t find people interested in a sales career.
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Marketing to Millennials and Gen Z: Have You Adapted Your Marketing for the Next Generation?
The truth is: The “next” generation is here now. The oldest Millennials are 36; many are moving into or are already in decision-making positions. Distributors must change their marketing approach – whether they’re ready or not.