Distribution Strategy Archives

Why So Many ERP and WMS Projects Fail in Distribution (And How to Avoid It)

Distribution Strategy, Management Solutions / Eric Dahl

Distribution leaders rarely wake up one morning and decide to replace their ERP or warehouse management system. More often, the decision arrives gradually. A warehouse begins experiencing higher exception rates.Inventory accuracy slips below acceptable thresholds.Reporting takes days instead of minutes.Labor costs climb while productivity stagnates. Eventually someone asks the uncomfortable question: Are our systems holding […]

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When Distribution Growth Starts to Hurt: The Signals It’s Time to Rethink Your Warehouse Technology

Distribution Strategy, Management Solutions, Warehouse Management / Eric Dahl

Growth is supposed to feel good. More volume.More locations.More customers. But for many distributors, growth quietly introduces a different reality: rising labor costs, inventory inaccuracies, longer fulfillment times, systems that do not talk to each other, and automation projects that never quite deliver the promised return. When that happens, the problem is rarely the people.

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Webinar: Proactive Tax Compliance with Avalara – Strategies to Reduce Risk and Save Time

Distribution Management, Distribution Strategy, Sales Tax Software / Eric Dahl

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoik-VMuTPo Sales Tax Compliance for Distributors: Webinar Recap with Avalara Technology and growth are a double edged sword for distributors. The moment you expand into new states, add new sales channels, or increase shipment volume, sales tax complexity rises fast. In this webinar, Sequoia Group hosted Avalara to walk through today’s sales tax landscape and

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Sustainable Distribution Strategy for Modern Distributors

Building a Sustainable Distribution Strategy: Why Green Supply Chains Matter Now

Distribution Management, Distribution Strategy / Eric Dahl

In today’s distribution landscape, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword, it’s a business imperative. Distributors are increasingly held accountable not just for speed and accuracy, but also for environmental and social impact. Sequoia Group helps distribution businesses build resilient operations – and today that includes sustainability at its core. Why Sustainable Distribution Matters Supply

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The Growing Role of Reverse Logistics in Distribution Strategy

Distribution Strategy, Uncategorized / Eric Dahl

Reverse logistics is growing in importance for modern distributors. Learn how Sequoia Group helps optimize returns and sustainability strategies with Tecsys, Infor, and Locus Robotics.

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Sustainability in Distribution: A Growing Priority for Competitive Warehousing

Business Planning, Distribution Management, Distribution Strategy, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Warehouse Solutions / Eric Dahl

Learn how smarter inventory, energy-efficient warehousing, greener shipping, and tracking sustainability metrics help distributors build lasting success.

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Bridging the Talent Gap in Distribution: Growing Stronger Like a Sequoia

Distribution Management, Distribution Strategy, Diversification, Warehouse Management / Eric Dahl

Facing workforce shortages, distribution companies must adapt. By cultivating strong teams, embracing technology, and investing in leadership, businesses can bridge the talent gap and grow with strength and resilience—just like a Sequoia tree.

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The Small Changes That Drive Big Gains in Distribution

Distribution Management, Distribution Strategy, Warehouse Management, Warehouse Solutions / Eric Dahl

Small changes can lead to big results. Discover how modern distribution software solutions empower businesses to improve profitability, optimize inventory, and enhance customer satisfaction—all without major disruptions.

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Distribution: Why it will Always Be at the Heart of Business

Distribution Strategy / davisdahldev

Since the dawn of commerce, distribution has been the backbone of every successful business. Whether moving products down the street or across continents, proper distribution ensures that goods flow smoothly from creation to customer. But why is distribution so fundamental to business success—and why will it always be? At Sequoia Group, we understand that distribution

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2025 Warehouse and Distribution Trends: Navigating Changing Landscapes

Distribution Strategy / davisdahldev

The supply chain industry has experienced significant fluctuations in recent years, largely influenced by the pandemic and geopolitical factors. As we inch closer and closer to 2025, several key trends are shaping the future of warehouse and distribution management. The Rise of Automation and Technology Automation is a cornerstone of modern warehousing. Robotic systems, from

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