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3. Distribution model. Become all about distribution now, Libey advised. The old model is a centralized distribution model with one warehouse. The new model is decentralized to reach customers quicker.

Put products in the hands of customers as close to them and as quickly as you can, he said. “The model may need to be warehouse, drop-ship, catalog or telesales,” he added, “but go increasingly local.”