NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2025ELECTRICAL BUSINESS REVIEW6Copyright © 2025 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Editorial StaffOlivia HarperDavid CarterPaisley AaronClaire JonathanVisualizersEdwin PaulChris LynnManaging EditorAndre Brown Disclaimer : *Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsNOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2025, Volume - 03, Issue - 07 (ISSN 2996-0460)ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to Electrical Business ReviewVisit www.electricalbusinessreview.com Email:sales@electricalbusinessreview.comeditor@electricalbusinessreview.commarketing@electricalbusinessreview.comThe wholesale electrical distribution sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by electrified infrastructure and intelligent systems. What was once a steady, inventory-focused business is now shaped by real-time data and the shift toward low-carbon technologies, redefining how distributors support modern buildings, grids and industrial environments.These shifts are changing the pace of operations. Timelines are tighter, requirements are more layered, and even small delays can disrupt projects. To stay ahead, distributors are shifting from reacting to issues to preventing them through data-driven foresight, utilizing platforms that provide live inventory visibility, predictive analytics and AI-based forecasting. As this new rhythm settles in, electrification is influencing systems on job sites. EV charging equipment, solar arrays, storage solutions, bright lighting and advanced switchgear shape design decisions and installation sequencing. Distributors help teams understand how these elements work together within broader electrical and digital frameworks.The rise of building automation strengthens this systems-level role. As equipment becomes increasingly connected, questions center on integration, compatibility and long-term reliability, transforming technical guidance into everyday support.Sustainability weaves through all of it. Efficiency expectations, recyclable materials and responsible sourcing guide specifications and supply-chain planning. Distributors adjust their portfolios and procurement models, helping to shape an electrical ecosystem that is smarter and more resilient.These trends are reflected in market growth, with the global electrical wholesalers' market forecast to rise from USD 120 billion in 2024 to USD 150 billion by 2033, at a steady 2.6 percent CAGR.The magazine features an article by Trent Randles, engineering & operational excellence manager at BorgWarner, on how digital transformation with IoT integration enhances manufacturing efficiency. Bridget Grewal, director of packaging continuous improvement at Magna International, examines how advanced tracking technologies improve management of returnable shipping containers.The cover story spotlights Ideal Electrical Supply Corp, a values-driven distributor shaped by veteran leadership, family commitment and a culture of trust, powering communities with reliable solutions, resilient teams and a forward-looking vision.We hope this edition inspires distributors, manufacturers and service providers to navigate change with purpose, celebrating the innovation, collaboration and problem-solving that define the future of electrical supply.Let us know your thoughts!Powering the Future of Smart Electrical InfrastructureAndre BrownManaging Editoreditor@electricalbusinessreview.comEDITORIAL
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