CDR Software Heads to CDBX 2026 in Aventura, Florida
CDR Software is heading to Florida for the 2026 Convenience Distribution Business Exchange (CDBX), taking place September 14–17 at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura. Hosted by the Convenience Distribution Association (CDA), CDBX brings convenience product distributors and trading partners together for focused, one-on-one business meetings, networking, and conversations about the […]
The Hidden Cost of Disconnected Systems in Convenience Store Distribution
Convenience store distributors have more technology available to them than ever before. Sales teams have customer information. Operations teams manage inventory and orders. Drivers rely on delivery information. Accounting tracks financial performance. Retail customers increasingly interact through digital ordering tools. The problem begins when those systems don’t communicate effectively. A customer updates an order, but […]
B2B Digital Ordering for Convenience Distributors: Why Retail Customers Expect More in 2026
Convenience has always been central to the convenience store industry. Now that expectation extends beyond consumers. Retailers increasingly expect their suppliers and distributors to provide the same kind of fast, intuitive digital experiences they encounter elsewhere in business and everyday life. They want to check product availability without making a phone call. They want to […]
The Hidden Cost of Freight Reclassification: Why Accurate Product Data Matters
Discover how inaccurate product data drives costly freight reclassifications and what shippers can do to prevent them What if we told you that the biggest cost driver of your freight reclassification costs isn’t the carrier, but the data behind your shipments? Freight reclassification remains one of the most persistent and costly challenges in less-than-truckload (LTL) […]
CDR Software Proudly Sponsors Capital Candy’s 2026 Charity Golf Tournament
CDR Software is proud to support Capital Candy Co., Inc. as a hole sponsor at the company’s 2026 Charity Golf Tournament, taking place Friday, September 4 at Rocky Ridge Golf Club in St. George, Vermont. The annual tournament brings together customers, partners, friends, and members of the distribution community for a day of golf while […]
CDR Software Attends the 2026 Midwest Wholesale Distributors Conference
We are excited to attend the 2026 Midwest Wholesale Distributors Conference (MWDC), taking place August 12–14 at Belterra Casino Resort in Florence, Indiana. The annual conference brings together wholesale distributors, suppliers, technology providers, and other industry professionals for networking, education, and conversations about the issues shaping wholesale and convenience store distribution. For CDR Software, MWDC […]
Back-to-School Demand: How Convenience Store Distributors Can Prepare for the Fall Rush
Back-to-school season doesn’t just affect office supply stores and clothing retailers. It also creates important opportunities for convenience stores and the distributors that keep them stocked. As families return to school routines, commuter traffic increases, after-school activities resume, and consumers look for quick, portable food and beverage options. For convenience store distributors, these changes can […]
Why Demand Forecast Accuracy Is the Competitive Advantage Convenience Distributors Need in 2026
Forecasting has always been a cornerstone of successful distribution. But in today’s convenience store market, forecasting isn’t just about predicting sales, it’s about making smarter decisions across inventory, purchasing, warehouse operations, and delivery. As consumer buying habits shift more rapidly and retailers expect faster replenishment, distributors need greater forecasting accuracy to remain competitive. Companies that […]
How Convenience Store Distributors Can Reduce Delivery Costs Without Sacrificing Service
Transportation represents one of the largest operating expenses for convenience store distributors. Rising fuel prices, labor shortages, vehicle maintenance costs, and increasing customer expectations have made delivery efficiency more important than ever. The challenge is clear: distributors must reduce operating costs without compromising the fast, reliable service retailers depend on. The good news is that […]
Why Retailer Collaboration Is the Future of Convenience Store Distribution
Published: July 21, 2026 The relationship between convenience store distributors and retailers has evolved significantly over the past decade. Today, success depends on more than simply delivering products on time. Retailers expect distributors to provide insights, improve inventory performance, support promotions, and help maximize sales. As competition intensifies across convenience retail, stronger collaboration between distributors […]