Why the "First Sale Rule" is so critical in today's trade environment. If importers could consistently track the original price from manufacturers, many would see major cost savings. But without that visibility, the numbers can get inflated fast.

If the economy breaks, AI can't help. Why growth through AI and productivity only works if the U.S. fixes its trade imbalance? As uncertainty around tariffs and economic strategy continues, this video explains why this is more than just a tech problem.

What will happen to the supply chain when the 90 day tariff pause ends?. With more deadlines looming, here's why business leaders need to move quickly and smartly to stay ahead of changes. If you're in distribution or channel strategy, this is the heads-up you need. #Tariffs

Another devastating effect of tariff volatility. Manufacturers are stuck scenario planning, unsure how much to raise prices or when to act. It’s a conversation on volatility, flexibility and the cost of waiting too long to adjust. #LeadSmartTech #WholesaleDistribution

Is this killing your business?. When every price file looks different, everything slows down. Here's what the pricing chaos distributors are facing. With 147 updates coming from manufacturers in inconsistent formats, the result is more manual work and less time spent on growth.

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This is what robotics in distribution actually looks like. From humanoid helpers to automated packaging, robotics is changing how warehouses operate. This isn’t sci-fi, it’s the next phase of smart distribution. #LeadSmartTech #Robotics #WarehouseAutomation

Why pulling back in tough times is a losing strategy?. Playing it safe might actually put you out of business. Here's a conversation for leaders ready to take bold action, not just weather the storm. #LeadSmartTech #WholesaleDistribution #BusinessStrategy

Who pays the price when supply chains slip?

Any guesses on the final # when all is said and done? #tariffs -

Standard CRMs merely monitor contacts. LeadSmart Channel Cloud fuels expansion. 💡. Don’t allow obsolete systems to hinder your progress this year. Revamp your sales approach using specialized tools designed for distributors and manufacturers.

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Pretty sure China spying heavily on US Mfg and even distribution when they are targeting the Dutch.

What will tariffs and shipping issues do the Christmas holiday!

Spot freight rates soaring on transpacific shipments. What are you seeing?

Poor sales performance has this in common. If you’re not getting the right sales behavior, check the comp plan. Kevin Brown, Tom Burton and Paul Kennedy talk about how compensation models drive frontline behavior. #LeadSmartTech #WholesaleDistribution #B2BSales #GrowthStrategy

The truth behind who actually pays for tariffs. Kevin Brown and Tom Burton explore how much of the increased costs are being absorbed by manufacturers versus distributors, and what it means for margins and pricing strategies in the current economic climate.

Why Homebuyers Care More About Rates Than Prices?. In this clip from Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown explains why interest rates, not tariffs, are shaping the future of housing and building materials demand. #InterestRates #HousingMarket

How AI search habits are evolving. In this clip, Kevin Brown talks about switching search behavior from ChatGPT to Perplexity for cleaner, faster queries especially when history clutter gets in the way. #PerplexityAI #ChatGPT #AIsearch #ProductivityTips

Can your business thrive in market volatility or is it doomed?. In this clip, Kevin and Tom explain why well-run operations with smart purchasing and solid balance sheets are weathering economic uncertainty better than most. Strategy matters.