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Prokeep Launches Distributor Order Automation With AI-Powered Quoting

February 10, 2026 by Chuck Labow Leave a Comment

Prokeep Order Automation platform turning customer messages into ERP-ready quotes for distributors

Distributors talk a lot about speed.  Faster quotes.  Faster answers.  Faster fulfillment.  But the gap between talking about speed and actually building it into the quoting workflow is still wide at most branches.  Prokeep is trying to close that gap with a new distributor order automation platform that uses AI to convert incoming customer messages into ERP-ready quotes, and … [Read more...] about Prokeep Launches Distributor Order Automation With AI-Powered Quoting

AI for HVAC Distributors: A Practical Field Guide from Pilot to Profit

February 3, 2026 by Chuck Labow Leave a Comment

AI Platforms for Distributors eBook Cover — A Comprehensive Review

For HVAC-R distributors dealing with margin pressure, labor constraints, and increasingly complex quoting environments, AI is rapidly moving from curiosity to operational necessity. After nearly a year of research, interviews, and vendor evaluations, I am pleased to announce the release of The AI-Enabled Distributor: From Pilot to Profit: A Field Guide written specifically for … [Read more...] about AI for HVAC Distributors: A Practical Field Guide from Pilot to Profit

How Far Off “Typical” Are Your Processes? And What Is It Costing You?

November 6, 2025 by Chuck Labow Leave a Comment

Infor processes at Velocity Days event

Last week I had the opportunity the Infor Velocity Days event held in Orlando. Overall, I was very impressed with the quality of the information presented and the knowledge that the guest speakers brought to the table.  Two sessions that really resonated with me dealt with the question How far off of typical are your processes, and The Hidden Cost of Customizing Your ERP … [Read more...] about How Far Off “Typical” Are Your Processes? And What Is It Costing You?

Ready for Growth?

March 21, 2016 by David Gordon Leave a Comment

As you sit around your corporate boardroom and and make decisions that impact growth either via acquisition or generating incremental sales, many don\'t give consideration to PRODUCTIVITY (in the back office). Why is that? Well, many assume, albeit incorrectly, that all the \".\"s  are dotted and \"T\'s\" are crossed. Many feel their company operates optimally and is \"the best … [Read more...] about Ready for Growth?

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HVAC distributor reviewing product line lineup with manufacturer rep

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HVACR distributor HR team reviewing AI workforce management tools on a laptop

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HVAC technician working on commercial rooftop unit representing the growing technician shortage

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Supreme Court IEEPA tariff ruling impact on HVAC equipment pricing and the distribution channel

HVAC Tariff Costs: What the Supreme Court Ruling Really Changes

Watsco Q4 2025 earnings showing record gross margins and technology platform investments alongside volume declines in HVAC distribution

Watsco Q4 Earnings Miss Masks a Bigger Story

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