May Newsletter

Here’s what you’ll learn about in this month’s newsletter:

Meet Mary Derrick, IDEA Board Member
Artificial intelligence futurist Zack Kass is coming to eBiz 2025
Regulatory Compliance Data Now Available in IDEA Connector
What’s New in the Learning Portal?
Welcome, new IDEA Connector Customer, K&M Electric Supply, Inc.
New Manufacturer Rep Connected to IDEA Ordrtrak: Agents West Inc.
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Meet Mary Derrick, IDEA Board of Directors

Mary’s work on the IDEA board centers on strengthening collaboration; her background in consulting and digital transformation equips her to facilitate meaningful conversations and accelerate progress.

“The board is amazing—the depth of expertise and the quality of organizations represented is incredible,” she shares. “I see my role as helping drive a customer-first conversation, leveraging the expertise of the board, and fostering collaboration to move the industry forward.”

read the board profile

Have you marked your calendar for eBiz 2025?

This can’t-miss event is being held on October 8-10 in Nashville, TN

Global artificial intelligence advisor and futurist Zack Kass is coming to eBiz 2025! You won’t want to miss his Keynote Session.

Kass is a recognized leader in AI, drawing on over 16 years in the field. As the former Head of Go To Market at OpenAI, he was integral in building the teams that translated groundbreaking AI research into practical business solutions. His expertise spans strategy partnerships, and solutions, making him a go-to resource for executives seeking to harness AI’s potential.

Register now and save $125! Early bird pricing is available through July 31st.

Regulatory Compliance Data Now Available in IDEA Connector

In today’s complex global marketplace, your ability to provide comprehensive regulatory compliance data has become essential for your products’ market success. International trade dynamics now require manufacturers to effectively manage regulatory and compliance-related requirements within their product data. To support both manufacturers and distributors, IDEA has enhanced the IDEA Connector data management platform with new fields and modified codesets that help effectively categorize, organize, and interpret regulatory compliance data. More detailed information for manufacturers and distributors can be found below.

Manufacturers

distributors

What’s New in the IDEA Learning Portal?

Distributors, remember to login and download the latest versions of the IDEA Connector Guidelines which support the new regulatory/compliance fields:

Update your ERP and PIM systems accordingly to accept the new information coming from your manufacturers.

Manufacturers, your distributors need your regulatory compliance data, login to download the updated content provided below: