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Today in Industrial Distribution
 
  January 9, 2026
 

 

As artificial intelligence tools matured, distributors have been looking for the best ways to apply them. But instead of incorporating AI for AI’s sake, it’s critical that the technology pay back – and in the near term.

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AI can no longer be left on the back burner. The 2025 Supply Chain Agility Index shares emerging AI-specific roles, why AI is essential for geopolitical what-if scenario planning, and a six-stage road map to integrate AI and automation throughout your supply chain.

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The updated line offers improved mobility, lighter insulation and enhanced weather protection.

 

Global B2B ecommerce sales are estimated to have exceeded $32 trillion in 2025, and industrial distributors are - of course - anxious to get their piece of the pie. This video from Industrial Distribution unpacks key strategies for increasing website traffic.

 
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"You don't have to get hacked to understand how you can get hacked."

 

Verizon’s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report revealed that manufacturers reported 1,607 data breaches in 2024, a substantial increase from 2023. This video shares real data from manufacturers' environments to expand your awareness of the current cybersecurity landscape.

 

 
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