Did You Miss Frank's Recent Webinar? Here it is!

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In case you missed Frank's recent webinar hosted by Industrial Supply Magazine and sponsored by Epicor, here it is!  Let's take a look at the value-added services that distributors offer customers. Distributors often boast of the value-added services they provide customers, but are they reaping the benefits?







And don't forget our HALF PRICE BOOK SPECIAL, just in time for the holidays!  Get The Distributor's Guide to Annual Planning for just $20.  Already own the book?  Well send you a copy of our quick plan for more Gross Margin in 2019.  Get all the details HERE.












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