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A Mid-Year Aftermarket Update
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, MacKay & Company. Since launching in 1968, MacKay & Company has specialized in marketing...

John Blodgett
Jul 10, 20242 min read


What B2B Buyers Really Want: A Guide for Manufacturers and Distributors
Exploring the current state of B2B eCommerce, and how manufacturers and distributors can make sure they’re set up for digital success.

GenAlpha Technologies
Jun 17, 20243 min read


MacKay & Company recently released their 2024 U.S. Distribution Study
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, MacKay & Company. Since launching in 1968, MacKay & Company has specialized in marketing...

John Blodgett
Jun 12, 20241 min read


Aftermarket Excellence: Harnessing Online Selling for Growth
Embracing digital commerce presents an opportunity for businesses to sell parts online and grow aftermarket sales.

GenAlpha Technologies
May 21, 20243 min read


Are B2B Sales on Amazon Incremental or Cannibalistic?
This blog post is from GenAlpha partner, Enceiba. At Enceiba, we work with mid-market and very large B2B manufacturers on building and...

Enceiba
Apr 29, 20244 min read


Market Share and Market Potential in the Aftermarket: What’s the Difference?
There is considerable profit to be had from improving sales performance in the aftermarket for OEMs. These sales are on average at least...

GenAlpha Technologies
Apr 15, 20243 min read


Building Customer Loyalty in Manufacturing Companies: The Role of Value Creators and Maintainers
This blog post is from GenAlpha partner, Sam Klaidman, Founder and Principal Advisor of Middlesex Consulting. At Middlesex Consulting...

Sam Klaidman
Apr 2, 20246 min read


Why eCommerce Is Essential for Building Customer Loyalty
Imagine this scenario: You're a company that has built a solid relationship with your buyers. They love your products and frequently...

GenAlpha Technologies
Feb 12, 20243 min read


Fueling Aftermarket Growth: The Role of Interactive Parts Manuals
Picture this: You're a service technician in a rush to secure critical parts for a piece of machinery. In the past, this meant flipping...

GenAlpha Technologies
Jan 4, 20243 min read


5 Product Data Management Best Practices for OEMs and Aftermarket Parts Teams
Efficient management of product data is crucial for the success of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket parts teams....

GenAlpha Technologies
Dec 6, 20232 min read


6 Reasons OEMs Can't Afford to Ignore Configure Price Quote Solutions
The manufacturing industry is constantly evolving, and staying ahead of your competitors requires precision, efficiency, and...

GenAlpha Technologies
Nov 15, 20233 min read


Leverage Technology to Improve your Warranty & RMA Processes
In the current fast-paced manufacturing industry, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) prioritize optimizing operations and improving...

GenAlpha Technologies
Oct 11, 20233 min read


The Economy
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, MacKay & Company. Since launching in 1968, MacKay & Company has specialized in marketing...

MacKay & Company
Oct 4, 20236 min read


Conquering the B2B eCommerce Challenges of Last Mile Purchasing
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, TradeCentric. TradeCentric transforms the way businesses do business by enabling PunchOut,...

TradeCentric
Sep 18, 20233 min read


Enjoy normal. It doesn't come around all that often.
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, MacKay & Company, written by John Blodgett. MacKay & Company specializes in marketing research...

John Blodgett
Sep 13, 20233 min read


Why Manufacturers Can't Ignore Digital Tools in 2024
In order to remain competitive as the business landscape continues to evolve, it's absolutely necessary for manufacturers to keep up....

GenAlpha Technologies
Sep 7, 20232 min read


5 Benefits of Punchout Catalogs for B2B eCommerce Businesses
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, TradeCentric. TradeCentric transforms the way businesses do business by enabling PunchOut,...

TradeCentric
Sep 5, 20234 min read


Unlocking Your Manufacturing Potential: The Transformative Power of Product Configurators for OEMs
The landscape of manufacturing is undergoing a remarkable transformation, and embracing this evolution is no longer a choice, but a...

GenAlpha Technologies
Aug 17, 20234 min read


How Manufacturing Scheduling Software Enhances Operational Efficiency
This blog post is from a GenAlpha partner, Optessa. Optessa is a leader in planning and scheduling optimization software with...

John Buglino
Aug 8, 20234 min read


PunchOut Catalog: What It Is and How It Works
This blog post is from GenAlpha's partner, TradeCentric. TradeCentric transforms the way businesses do business by enabling PunchOut,...

TradeCentric
Aug 1, 20236 min read
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