Distributors
Case studies in distributors.
Genuine Parts Company — Sequencing the Separation
On September 9, Genuine Parts Company (GPC) announced leadership plans for its intended separation of Automotive and Industrial into two public companies. Court Carruthers was named CEO-elect of Automotive, which is expected to retain the GPC name; he would take office at completion. Read case
Pool Corporation: Where should the next unit of network investment go?
Pool Corporation (POOL) had built a large distribution network serving an industry with two different rhythms. Pool professionals needed dependable access to parts and technical support throughout the year. New pool construction and discretionary remodeling, by contrast, could move with consumer confidence, financing costs and local conditions. Read case