Strategic acquisitions Applied has a track record of growth through acquisitions including IRIS Factory Automation, Hydradyne LLC, and Kopar Latin America, signaling a readiness to expand solutions footprints and cross-sell technical products and services.

Industrial reach With over 40 facilities across Canada and a broad customer base spanning steel, mining, forestry, agriculture, automotive, oil and gas, and more, there are multiple cross-industry opportunities to bundle motion, fluid power, flow control, and automation offerings.

Multi-channel access As a value-added distributor with multi-channel capabilities, there is potential to engage customers through online platforms, catalogs, and field support to drive upsell of maintenance supplies and OEM engineering solutions.

Tech stack leverage Utilize existing tools like Magento, Microsoft 365, JD Edwards, and SuccessFactors to target customers with digital catalogs, streamlined procurement, and data-driven maintenance programs that improve reorder rates and service contracts.

ESG and governance The 2023 ESG report indicates emphasis on sustainability and governance, presenting an opportunity to position green maintenance solutions, energy-efficient products, and social responsibility initiatives in procurement conversations.