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Video Market Report 6: Big Acquisitions, Possible Divestitures, and Tips on a Millenial Workforce
February 27, 2013 | by Industrial Distribution Staff | Comments
In the sixth episode of the Industrial Distribution Video Market Report, we highlight the latest consolidation trends, including news from MSC, Barnes Group, ITW, and Rexnord. Financial updates follow Grainger, United Stationers and Lincoln Electric, and announcements from trade associations show market segment improvements and efforts towards talent management.
Made In The USA Again: Factors Affecting A Resurgence
December 19, 2012 5:40 pm | by PwC | Comments
What are the factors that will affect a US manufacturing resurgence? In this brief video from...
Richard Branson: We Should Work Less
December 14, 2011 8:56 am | CommentsVirgin Atlantic Airlines CEO Richard Branson offers a few thoughts on the state of the workplace...
The Fate Of The Jobless Generation
November 7, 2011 4:18 am | CommentsYouth unemployment in the United States is unbelievably high. Unfortunately, it's even worse in...
Spacesaver: Storage At Work
March 6, 2013 1:26 pmSpacesaver Industrial explains how industrial users can take existing racking equipment and mobilize it for more effective storage and accessibility. See how the ActiveRAC system allows for cost reduction via its condensed storage capability, allowing expanding businesses to take back the square footage they need for production.
Video Market Report 5: Consolidation News, Applied's Latest Figures, and Tips On Recruitment
February 13, 2013 3:01 pm | by Industrial Distribution StaffThis week's Industrial Distribution Video Market Report, brought to you by IDtv, features the latest in consolidation news, year-end financial results for Applied Technologies, sales recruitment tips from Scott Hudson of Chally Group Worldwide, and a chance to register to a free Webinar by Industrial Distribution discussing online selling for distributors.
Video Market Report 4: New Consolidations, Year-End Financials, & A BIG Staff Announcement
January 30, 2013 4:12 pm | by Industrial Distribution StaffThis week's Industrial Distribution Video Market Report, brought to you by IDtv, features the latest in consolidation news, year-end financial results in which eCommerce and vending solutions feature widely, and a BIG announcement as we add to the staff here at Industrial Distribution. If you have an idea for future newscasts, please leave your comment below, or email anna.wells@advantagemedia.com.
Video Market Report 3: Intense Consolidation Activity, Association News, And Trends In The 2013 Economy
January 15, 2013 4:21 pm | by Industrial Distribution StaffThis week's Video Market Report, brought to you by IDtv reports flurry of consolidations that have happened over the past few weeks, takes a look at some association news and events, and discusses a few of the trends in the industrial economy going into the new year.
Video Market Report 2: Manufacturing Forecast, Industry Social Network, & Consolidation Activity
December 19, 2012 5:12 pm | by Industrial Distribution StaffIn the second episode of the Video Market Report, brought to you by IDtv, we’re discussing our recent manufacturing forecast for the 2013 market, the latest social network created specifically for the industry, the UPS Design Lab where packaging takes a punch, and the latest mergers & acquisitions in the industrial market.
Video Market Report: Debut Episode
December 6, 2012 9:32 am | by Industrial Distribution StaffIn the debut episode of the Video Market Report, brought to you by IDtv, we’re discussing the Black Friday numbers and what it means to the industrial marketplace, how confidence is up in the construction market, a new industry conference, and the latest mergers & acquisitions in the industrial market.
VIDEO: Sustainable Supply Chains
November 28, 2012 9:32 am | by AvnetCheck out this video to hear Avnet's Douglas Kent discuss the Sustainable Supply Chain by explaining what it is. He will also discuss why it is important for distributors to implement, how it should be used, how to develop it and where to start.
VIDEO: Why Amazon Is Every Company’s Biggest Competitor
October 23, 2012 5:22 pm | by Jim Tompkins, CEO of Tompkins InternationalJim Tompkins discusses the Amazon Effect in a new video that demonstrates how the online retailer is changing the face of global business. Between now and holiday season of 2013, both in-store and online companies have major decisions to make that will result in either success or bankruptcy.
Clean Air Rocks
September 7, 2012 9:40 am | by Camfill FarrGot dust or fumes in your workplace? Hold on because you're about to take a virtual ride and fly through a Gold Series industrial dust collector from Camfill Farr. See how it works and how it can help you clean up your factory by watching this dust collector video.
Acumatica Cloud Distribution Software
August 22, 2012 4:08 pm | by AcumaticaUse cloud distribution software to coordinate information among order entry, sales, shipping, and finance personnel. Information is passed seamlessly through real-time dashboards. The software is inexpensive to maintain because all functions are centralized and delivered in a web browser.
Nes Thread Repair Tool In Internal Use
May 22, 2012 10:19 am | by Anglo American ToolsThe tools work with standard or metric, and right or left hand threads. In addition, they can repair threads that are at the beginning of a nut or bolt . . .
Streamlight Stands With Fallen Firefighters
May 18, 2012 11:51 am | by Stephanie Leister, Affiliated DistributorsStreamlight's sponsorship of NFFF helps fund various initiatives, including the organization's National Memorial Weekend tribute to fallen heroes . . .
Magnalight 4000 Watt Light Tower Extends To 18 Ft
April 30, 2012 4:50 pm | by MagnalightThis two section light boom can be extended to 18.5 feet for maximum area coverage and collapsed to 9.6 feet . . .
VIDEO: Let The Inventory Talk & Walk
April 18, 2012 10:59 am | by TEDxThe founder of Kiva Systems talks about why you should let your inventory come to you, instead of you going to it . . .
Hog Heaven
March 22, 2012 10:05 am | by The Andersen CompanyCheck out Hog Heaven, a new matting solution for industrial environments.
Should Your CEO And Chairman Be The Same Person?
January 26, 2012 3:33 pm | by ReutersColumnists from Reuters' Breakingviews discuss why U.S. companies shouldn't let their CEOs be chairmen as well.
Entrepreneur Helps Jobless Get Their Swagger Back
December 6, 2011 6:55 amA style update, social media skills, and a little boost in self confidence are among the ways Christine Driscoll O'Neill helps boost the careers of people who have lost their jobs as a result of the Great Recession. O'Neill started a Massachusetts company centered on the idea that unemployed people not only lose a job and a paycheck, but they also lose their image.
Extreme Picking & Packing
December 2, 2011 7:14 amThis video takes us on a tour of a high-speed warehouse that features packing machines operating at ground speeds of over 70 miles per hour. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department. Have any comments or questions about our videos? Or do you have a video you'd like to see featured in one of our deployments? Email me at Mike.
Is Globalization Good Or Bad For The Middle Class?
November 28, 2011 8:12 amIs globalization good or bad for the middle-class American? CNN speaks to New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman, who attempts to answer that very question. He also attempts to answer how typical U.S. workers can make globalization work for them in this tough, competitive, and increasingly complex global economy.
Robot 'Army' Runs Warehouses
November 11, 2011 6:42 amThe future of warehouses may be one with fast shipments and few human employees if robots like ones from Kiva Systems continue to make their way into the workspace. See these mobile robotic drive units in action. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.
