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10 Ways Distributors Can Prepare for an Economic Downturn

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Recession worries are real—but waiting it out isn’t a strategy. Now’s the time to double down on what makes your business resilient.

Here are 10 smart ways to stay strong through market uncertainty:
💡 Focus on value, not price wars
📉 Cut unnecessary costs—but keep your strategy long-term
🔍 Understand your customers’ recession mindset
🧰 Diversify your revenue streams
💬 Use value-based pricing, not panic discounts
🔁 Reassess customer profitability and product value
🧾 Uncover hidden profit leaks
⚖️ Adapt pricing based on real-time market data
🤝 Secure strong supplier and credit relationships
🚀 Stay agile—balance short-term action with long-term vision

Whether or not a recession hits, distributors who plan ahead will come out stronger. Take a look at the full article with Rivet|MRO here.

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