I was fortunate to once again be able to attend and present at the NAW/MDM SHIFT conference, and it is interesting to see how the construction and industrial channel continues …
Where is the channel headed in 2025 and beyond? Thoughts from MDM SHIFT Read More »
As we enter the final 4 months of 2024, I am having many conversations with HVACR distributors and manufacturers about their into stock inventory positions. HVACR growth rates have slowed …
As we head into the last days of August a recent survey by industry channel leader Daikin (Goodman, Amana, and Daikin Brands in North America) was just released that I …
The 1st Daikin World Air Survey Results highlight HVAC trends Read More »
ChatGPT was launched November 30, 2022, but went “mainstream” in Q1 2023 when Microsoft made a significant investment into OpenAI. Since then either “AI is going to take over”, “many will …
WATSCO highlighted their continued commitment to digital enablement on July 30th in their Q2 results release The latest WATSCO digital update has been released and I eagerly await these results …
WATSCO digital is driving HVACR business Q2 WATSCO Results Read More »
Back in May it was reported that nVent was soliciting bids for its Thermal management division. News releases shared that the division’s 2023 revenues were $595 million and that it’s …
nVent Sells Raychem, Tracer, NuHeat and Pyrotenax Read More »
Trade shows can be a great way to introduce contractors to new products, solicit voice of customer, initiate (or strengthen) relationships, network and maybe learn a thing or two. A …
PHCC Connect – a Tradeshow Opportunity to Connect Read More »
Manufacturers and distributors have lately been having many conversations about “technology”. But not in the conventional sense of the tools / software, more as it relates to functionality / capability …
Acquisitions continue to transform the HVACR industry. PE (private equity) are expanding their portfolio companies and others are seeking to enter the market. National distributors are expanding into new territories …
WATSCO highlighted their continued commitment to digital enablement on May 8th in their 1Q24 investor presentations. In the world of distribution many private or PE companies do not report results, …
Opinion- WATSCO Results show a continued focus on digital programs Read More »
