Tom Burton

This weeks episode: #128: How Wholesale Distributors Can Make Sense Of (and Profits In) Today’s Environment In this insightful episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, the team breaks down the latest economic indicators and what they mean for wholesale distribution, manufacturing, and supply chain management. We take a deep dive into the ongoing…

This weeks episode: #127: Tariffs, Trade, and Tech: How Distributors Can Win in an Era of Uncertainty In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into the major industry trends (and political decisions) impacting wholesale distribution and manufacturing. We examine the latest updates on tariffs, supply chain resilience, and economic shifts, providing insights that…

This weeks episode: #126: Insights To How AI is Changing Wholesale Distribution From Infor’s Steven Levy In this episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton dive into a dynamic discussion on the latest developments in the wholesale distribution sector, with a particular focus on evolving technology, economic trends,…

This weeks episode: #125: AI Agents, Economic Shifts, and Delivery Solutions in Wholesale Distribution In this episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton dive into a dynamic discussion on the latest developments in the wholesale distribution sector, with a particular focus on evolving technology, economic trends, and industry-specific…

This weeks episode: #124: Three Industry Legends Talk Transformation in Wholesale Distribution For this milestone 125th episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, we’ve brought together a powerhouse panel of industry legends to discuss the state of wholesale distribution. Featuring Dirk Beveridge, Ian Heller, and Mike Marks, the conversation is a dynamic mix of…

This weeks episode: #123: From Ports to Policies: Navigating Wholesale’s Next Big Challenges The New Year is off to a bang, as we’re already seeing some big-ticket items affecting the world of wholesale distribution and manufacturing: the resolution of the East and Gulf Coast port labor disputes; the ripple effects of manufacturing slowdowns in China;…

This weeks episode: #122: New Strategies for Wholesale Success in 2025 It’s time for predictions for the New Year – and new resolutions for success! How will economic shifts, evolving supply chains, and emerging technologies shape wholesale distribution in 2025? Hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton also discuss the pivotal role of automation, the implications…

This weeks episode: #121: What’s Coming Next in Wholesale Distribution & Manufacturing, with Mark Brohan We’re joined by guest Mark Brohan to explore the key trends shaping wholesale distribution and manufacturing as 2024 comes to a close. Will macroeconomic confusion be sparked by interest rate changes? What about the resurgence of onshoring and nearshoring, and…

This weeks episode: #120: Wholesale Distribution Insights: Tariffs, Small Business Confidence, and AI in B2B Sales. In this trans-Pacific episode, Kevin checks in from his Hawaiian vacation to join Tom in a rich discussion on the intersection of macroeconomic trends, wholesale distribution strategies, and emerging technologies. What are the implications of rising small business confidence,…

Most likely – let’s take a look… In talks with our prospects and customers there is a lot of chatter these days related to “digital transformation” and whether or it is important to have a plan and roadmap related to digital transformation in the business.   These are good and relevant questions for sure.  However, before…