Strategic Business Partners (SBP)

AHTD is proud to have the following companies as Strategic Business Partners. These companies offer strategic products or services in the industrial automation distribution industry. They have shown a significant commitment to the industry.
 

Valued Partners
 

Continuum is the only returns management software and network for wholesale distributors and manufacturers. We simplify post-sales processes like returns, warranties, and repairs, helping businesses cut labor costs, recoup vendor credits, and enhance customer satisfaction. With seamless ERP integrations and a focus on automation, Continuum optimizes every step of the reverse logistics supply chain, empowering companies to shift resources from manual tasks to revenue-generating activities. Visit GoContinuum.ai to learn how we’re redefining the future of B2B returns management.

Distro is the AI Revenue Platform for distributor sales teams and manufacturers’ reps. The Distro platform automates the quoting process, from one-offs to complex takeoffs: it’s a holistic offering with solutions for Counter Staff, Inside & Outside Sales, and Commercial teams. Designed to empower people, not replace them, Distro helps new reps ramp in days and keeps experienced reps focused on selling. Distro is easy to use, requires minimal IT effort, and delivers fast adoption with measurable impact.

Enlighten.Net, Inc. is a leading provider of Document Management and Process Automation Software to the Distribution Industry. Our robust solutions integrate with any ERP system and help organizations of any size increase efficiency and profit by reducing the time and expense associated with inefficient manual paper processes. With over 20 years of learning from and serving the industry, we continue to improve our software to help you enhance productivity as your business changes and grows. Benefits of automating include: reduce data entry time and cost while increasing accuracy, increase speed and visibility by centralizing your business documents and reap the rewards of better customer and supplier invoicing practices. Our software is also backed by an unparalleled customer service experience. Connect with us at an AHTD meeting or through our website and we'd be happy to show you.

epaCUBE’s advanced pricing optimization and margin management tools help distributors maximize profits and increase productivity. Seamlessly integrated with your ERP, epaCUBE reduces errors while delivering the insights you need to ensure pricing decisions are strategic, customer-focused, and responsive to evolving market dynamics. With advanced analytics to determine optimal pricing, you can focus on what matters most - driving business growth. Made FOR distributors, BY distributors, epaCUBE is your partner in profitability.

With more than a half-century of experience, Epicor can help you grow sales, improve margins, and increase productivity with ERP systems that can keep you healthy and thriving in today’s highly competitive marketplace. With a focus on cloud solutions, Epicor can transform your digital presence by delivering an outstanding experience on any device to help build stronger relationships and greater customer loyalty. When you partner with Epicor, you can expect high-quality technology solutions and professional services, as well as the industry-specific functionality you need to drive your business forward.

IDEA is the industry-endorsed technology solutions provider. We know the challenges of companies large and small, because we were created for the industry by the industry. Since the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and the National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED) established IDEA in 1998, we’ve been servicing distributors and manufacturers with product data syndication and EDI (electronic data interchange).

Interlynx Systems is an AHTD Strategic Partner of “sales systems” that “drive collaboration between Manufacturers and Automation Solution Providers (ASPs).” We offer Sales Lead Management and Point of Sale (POS) Management systems to both Manufactures and Distributors.  Nearly every AHTD Distributor receives sales leads from and submit POS reports to our manufacturer clients.  A growing number of AHTD Automation Solution Providers members are using Interlynx to manage their sales leads.  In addition, we have pioneered a new solution in conjunction with AHTD. This new solution, ‘Reverse POS’, will allow Automation Solution Providers to compare product sales by market and customer type with other Automation Solution Providers nationally thus providing valuable opportunities for growth at their current customer bases.  Every solution we offer is built to benefit both Manufacturer and Automation Solution Providers making us perfectly aligned with AHTD’s mission to “advance the high technology distribution industry by delivering tools, education and unparalleled networking opportunities with leaders, peers and partners that help members to innovate, collaborate and achieve their business goals faster.” For more information visit www.interlynxsystems.com or contact us at sales@interlynxsystems.com.

With 200 experts on staff and thousands of online resources, MRA is your fully equipped Human Resources provider, ready with the solutions your business needs. From HR Services to Professional Development, Talent Management, Total Rewards, and more. As your partner, we have a shared sense of urgency and commitment to accelerate efficiencies, improve your workforce, and drive your business growth. Visit mranet.org/ahtd-strategic-partner to learn more!

Proton helps distributor sales teams sell more by multiplying the impact of every rep. Reps juggle hundreds of accounts and thousands of SKUs—but too much time is lost to admin work. Built for distributors, Proton uses AI to analyze ERP and customer data, telling reps who to contact, what to pitch, and when to follow-up. It flags slipping accounts, reorder gaps, and untapped categories—then automates the busywork. With an AI assistant built in, reps can log notes, write emails, and surface insights instantly. The result: more time selling.

Rubber Tree Systems provides modern software for distribution professionals to simplify complex data, increase communication and drive business decisions across your organization. Our products are customer-driven, intuitive, and backed by industry-leading support. Rubber Tree offers sales force mobilization, management dashboards, real-time reporting, documented cost savings, and inventory-sharing with WarehouseTWO. This low-cost, no-contract software is fully hosted with maximum security, freeing you from the worry (and cost) of maintaining another software system.

Reshape builds AI agents for industrial companies, delivered as a fully managed service. Our agents understand products, technical documents, and workflows, turning scattered expertise into consistent, reliable execution across sales, engineering, operations, and customer support. We integrate with existing systems — your website, ERP, CRM, e-commerce platforms, and supplier data — so teams can generate proposals, size products, check compatibility, and respond to customers faster and with fewer errors. High-tech distributors use Reshape to reduce engineering bottlenecks, speed up quoting, standardize product guidance, and provide consistent support across every channel.

The Beringer Group is a boutique middle-market investment bank, serving the owners of substantial privately-held businesses and the heads of affluent family enterprises since 1979.     Our mission is to help business owners understand, analyze, map and execute a strategic direction for their company and its owners.  Leveraging our succession planning, M&A and tax mitigation expertise, we provide independent, objective advice and recommendations without bias towards the outcome.    Key Services for AHTD Members: • Valuations & Consultations  • Mergers & Acquisitions • Succession & Exit Planning • Estate Planning & Tax Mitigation

Since 1983, Tribute, Inc. has specialized in delivering premier integrated ERP software solutions to distributors and fabricators of industrial and engineered products, helping them achieve a competitive edge. By understanding the crucial importance of effective project and supply chain management, we empower our clients to:   • Elevate the level of service provided to their customers • Simplify and optimize their business operations • Reduce expenses • Improve profit margins via superior cost management   Rooted in the beginnings of an industrial distributorship, we deeply comprehend the distinct challenges you face. This firsthand insight, coupled with continuous feedback from customers and partners, informs the development of our software, ensuring it adapts to meet the evolving demands of your business.

Turn ERP is hyper-focused on automation, electrical, and industrial distributors, and has been built with detailed guidance on best practices from 38 industry experts. In effect, Turn has reinvented the ERP as a personal productivity tool with each employee in mind. This means faster core business processes and deeper value added services, which translates into higher win and fill rates.    Turn is on a mission to help distributors boost bottom line profits and customer engagement through organizational efficiencies and personnel productivity. Learn more about our next generation ERP at https://www.turn.app or reach us at contact@turn.app.

WebPresented’s flagship product, WPCRM, is a fully integrated CRM, Quoting, BI, and Predictive Analytics Tool built specifically for wholesale distribution and manufacturing. WPCRM syncs with your ERP, e-commerce, marketing automation, and other third party software to deliver it back as actionable intel for sales reps. Sales Professionals rely on WPCRM every day to increase revenues, improve efficiency, and collaborate with team members. For more information, reach out sales@webpresented.com.

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