CDR Software Heads to the 2026 Southern Leadership Division Business Resource Meeting in Richmond, VA
CDR Software is heading to Richmond, Virginia, for the 2026 Southern Leadership Division (SLD) Business Resource Meeting, taking place November 10–11 at the Hilton Richmond Downtown. Hosted by the Southern Leadership Division of the Southern Association of Wholesale Distributors (SAWD), this annual event brings together emerging leaders, distribution professionals, and industry partners for two days […]
7 Ways Convenience Store Distributors Can Increase B2B Ordering Portal Adoption in 2026
Convenience store distributors are investing in digital ordering technology to make purchasing easier for retail customers, reduce manual order entry, and improve operational efficiency. But implementing a B2B ordering portal is only the beginning. The real challenge is getting customers to use it consistently. A distributor may introduce a modern online ordering system with product […]
Tobacco Distribution Compliance in 2026: 7 Ways to Reduce Reporting Errors and Manual Work
For tobacco and convenience store distributors, regulatory compliance is part of everyday operations. Managing product inventory, processing customer orders, tracking tobacco taxes, maintaining accurate transaction records, and preparing manufacturer reports all require attention to detail. The challenge becomes greater when these responsibilities are handled through separate systems, spreadsheets, and manual processes. A small data discrepancy […]
How Convenience Store Distributors Can Protect Profit Margins With Smarter Pricing in 2026
In convenience store distribution, profitability can depend on surprisingly small details. A product sold at the wrong price, an outdated customer agreement, an unaccounted-for supplier cost increase, or a promotion that fails to protect margins can gradually reduce profitability across thousands of transactions. For wholesale distributors managing large product catalogs, multiple customer pricing agreements, and […]
7 Ways Convenience Store Distributors Can Reduce Warehouse Labor Costs in 2026
Warehouse labor is one of the most important operating expenses for convenience store distributors. From receiving and putaway to picking, packing, replenishment, and loading, every order requires employees to complete multiple tasks before products reach retail customers. With labor availability remaining a challenge and customer expectations continuing to rise, distributors are under increasing pressure to […]
How to Improve Warehouse Picking Accuracy in Convenience Store Distribution
Every convenience store delivery starts long before the truck leaves the distribution center. It starts in the warehouse. When thousands of individual products, cases, customer orders, and delivery routes move through a facility every day, even small picking errors can create problems throughout the rest of the operation. The wrong SKU can lead to a […]
CDR Software Heads to the 2026 LAW Annual Meeting in Covington, Louisiana
CDR Software is heading to Covington, Louisiana, next week for the 2026 Louisiana Association of Wholesalers (LAW) Annual Meeting, taking place October 6–7 at the Southern Hotel. The annual meeting brings together Louisiana wholesalers, distributors, vendors, and industry partners for two days of education, industry updates, networking, and conversations about the issues affecting wholesale distribution. […]
CDR Software Connects With Distributors at the 2026 AWDA Convention
CDR Software is proud to participate in the 2026 Alabama Wholesale Distributors Association (AWDA) Convention, taking place September 20–22 at The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The annual convention brings members of Alabama’s wholesale distribution community together for business sessions, networking, industry conversations, and opportunities to strengthen the relationships that keep […]
5 Operational Priorities Shaping Convenience Store Distribution in 2026
Convenience store distribution continues to evolve quickly. Retail customers expect faster service and easier ways to do business. Product assortments are becoming more complex. Distribution teams are being asked to improve productivity while controlling costs. At the same time, managers have access to more operational data than ever before. The challenge is turning all of […]
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 […]