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The Spreadsheet Your Branch Manager Is Hiding From You

Login rates and adoption metrics can mask a deeper problem: when recommendations miss the mark, branch teams often create their own workarounds and stop relying on the system for critical decisions.
Daniel Dinh
June 18, 2026

The American Supply Association reports nearly 75% of PHCP-PVF companies are experimenting with AI or operational platforms, with 34% in active pilots. Most are measuring success the same way this distributor did: logins, views, completed process steps. None of it tells you whether the recommendations are changing what actually gets ordered.


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The Benefits Package Your Best Employees Are Quietly Comparing You Against

Today's trade professionals want benefits that protect their health, their families, and their financial future - not just while they're on the clock.
Allison De Paoli
June 16, 2026

In a hyper-competitive market, talent poaching happens instantly. Salary matches provide short-term retention, but fail to build long-term loyalty. The true competitive advantage comes from the daily workplace experience.  


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Does Buying a Company Make Sense?

Patrick Lange
Patrick Lange
June 15, 2026

Thinking about acquiring another company? Growth can be appealing, but an acquisition may create more challenges than opportunities, especially if you plan to sell your business in the near future. Learn why debt, integration hurdles, operational risks and buyer perceptions can impact your company’s value, and what business owners should consider before making a move.



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Why Good Businesses Sell for Less Than They Should

Strong profits alone don’t guarantee a premium valuation.
Brad Williams
May 6, 2026
Understanding how buyers view a business can help explain why valuations sometimes fall short of expectations.
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February 2026 ASA Master of Distribution Management cohort
ASA News

February 2026 MDM cohort kicks off at full capacity; May classes now open

March 27, 2026
The February 2026 ASA Master of Distribution Management cohort is officially underway, with a class of 13 students kicking off, ready to embark on their leadership growth pathway.
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ASA News

Navigating FMLA: DOL’s opinion letter clarifies travel time

March 17, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division recently issued an opinion letter explaining an employee’s available leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) may be applied toward time spent traveling to and from a medical appointment.
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Elizabeth Ubell, newly appointed member of the Board of Directors at DSG.

DSG appoints Elizabeth Ubell to board of directors

The veteran demand generation executive joins the board amid industry transformation.
August 7, 2025

Ubell has held leadership positions with several 


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Resideo announces intention to separate ADI business, creating two independent public companies

This separation is designed to enhance operational performance and strategic flexibility with focused business models.
July 30, 2025
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Watsco reports second quarter 2025 results

The company provided updates on innovation and strategic technology initiatives.
July 30, 2025

Company reports record gross profit margins & expanded operating margins amidst A2L product transition; strong balance sheet fortifies the company and enables continued investments in growth.


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ASA President's Letter

ASA’s business intelligence tools help drive your company’s decision-making

Benchmarking to success
Dave Poteete
Dave Poteete
July 7, 2025

Industry Insights Senior Vice President Greg Manns notes data from the 2025 report shows 2024 was a challenging year compared to a few recent ones. However, Manns cautions that he is not painting a picture of gloom and doom because ASA wholesaler respondents still reported a fairly solid year when looking from a historical perspective over the last 5-10 years.


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