A survey ofAmerican Supply Associationdistributor members reveals a bleak outlook for a significant economic recovery in 2013. Most distributors view the 2013 national economy as being either flat or in recession; with just 25% seeing the economy in a growth mode. Many distributors feel their own sales will be up by as much as 5% to 10%, indicating a cannibalization of competitor sales. Those who anticipate an increase in sales don’t foresee any changes in their policy toward inventory. Their plan is to utilize just-in-time delivery and to increase reliance on master distributors.