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Thomas and Joan Read Center for Distribution Research and Education
The world’s only distribution research center on an University Campus, and the only center focused on Wholesale Distribution Research and Education in the nation.
Advancing Distribution Through Research and Development
For over 60 years, the Read Center has worked with industry leaders on initiatives that improve productivity and profitability across the distribution sector. As a global leader in distribution-focused research and professional development, the Center supports innovation, operational excellence, and workforce growth through applied research, student engagement, and executive education. Research initiatives at the Center explore emerging technologies, industry practices, and market dynamics to generate insights that drive distribution and industry advancement.
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