Deliver on efficiency and reliability
For distributors, global instability, rising customer expectations and rapid technological shifts are changing how businesses operate and grow.
At Wipfli, we know you need to do more than react to disruption to stay competitive. Our distribution consulting team helps you look past today’s problems to build the resilience you need to thrive in tomorrow’s market.
Staying ahead of volatility with distribution strategy
Distributors are now expected to deliver faster, competitively priced and personalized service while maintaining profitability and adapting to sustainability demands. Success in this environment is built on a flexible supply chain and quick responses to market shifts and customer expectations without compromising margins.
Bring clarity to your operational complexity
With rising operational demands, distributors need better strategies for managing inventory across multiple channels, maintaining fulfillment speed and overcoming labor shortages.
Any inefficiency can lead to higher costs and margin pressures, making optimized inventory levels and warehouse management increasingly critical. Many distributors are now turning to automation opportunities to help streamline distribution processes as well as workforce strategies that can scale with demand.
Drive distribution efficiency with the right technology
Technology can provide the tools and visibility you need to improve performance and efficiency, but the wrong investments can be costly.
Many distributors are held back by legacy systems, fragmented data and growing cybersecurity risks. Digital maturity is key to unlocking insights that enhance decision-making and competitive advantage. To truly move forward, distributors need integrated systems, real-time analytics and a secure digital infrastructure that helps them differentiate through operational excellence.
Distribution consulting rooted in industry experience
Wipfli can help you cut through the complexity to create agile, efficient operations built for long-term success.
With decades of distribution experience, we understand the nuances of managing inventory and navigating the pressures of growth. And we know how to translate your industry challenges into actionable strategies for growth.
Why Wipfli?
Wipfli combines extensive industry experience with comprehensive services and a process-based approach.
We work closely with your people to understand your business and how you work, uncovering inefficiencies, identifying opportunities and building systems that support agility and resilience.
Our local, relationship-focused services are also backed by national-level resources to provide you with the support needed for smarter growth and enhanced competitiveness.
Assurance services
Wipfli’s assurance support offers more than compliance and reporting. Our accounting and audit services for distributors deliver strategic insight that can help you improve operations and decision-making.
Tax services
Maximize opportunities while minimizing exposure with Wipfli’s distribution-focused tax services. We can guide you through cost segregation, supply chain strategy, credits and international tax strategies to help maintain compliance and reduce risk.
Digital services
Accelerate innovation with Wipfli’s technology services for distributors. We help you streamline operations through automation, AI and cloud-based platforms like NetSuite — while strengthening data and analytics capabilities and cybersecurity. Our strategic, industry-experienced support empowers you to leverage technology for greater performance and agility.
Organizational performance consulting
Develop more productive teams and operations with Wipfli’s performance improvement services. We help distributors enhance leadership capabilities, streamline operations and create agile strategies for the future. Our tailored approach supports resilience and helps drive measurable results across your business.
Outsourced services
From day-to-day back-office operations to strategic oversight, our outsourcing services help distributors improve accuracy, efficiency and scalability. We offer flexible support for finance and accounting — including accounting for inventory costing — technology, human resources and operations.
Transaction advisory services
Wipfli’s end-to-end transaction support helps provide the insights you need to maximize the value of your deal. We offer buy-side and sell-side advisory, as well as services for every stage of your transaction, including due diligence, valuations and quality of earnings.
Private client services
Protect what you’ve built with Wipfli’s private client services. We help distributors and business owners navigate estate planning, wealth management and succession strategies for a smooth business transition and lasting impact. Our holistic approach connects your business and personal finances to support your long-term vision.
Risk advisory services
Wipfli’s risk advisory team helps distributors turn risk into a strategic advantage. From internal audits and enterprise risk assessments to cybersecurity and fraud mitigation, our multidisciplinary team is ready to help you navigate uncertainty and build a more secure future for your business.
Who we serve
Whether you’re a regional wholesaler, national distributor, transportation company, e-commerce fulfillment provider or logistics company, Wipfli can support your business.
We combine the technical strength of our audit, accounting, tax and advisory services with deep industry specialization, helping you enhance profitability and stay ahead of disruption.
Our team
Christopher R. Blaylock, CPA
Since 2002, Chris has been assisting clients with financial accounting and reporting matters and related business considerations to help them achieve their goals. He utilizes his exemplary analytical and client service skills to gain a thorough understanding of core operations to better help businesses achieve their objectives. Chris is able to leverage his broad experience to help companies maximize the value of the research and development tax credit.
Nate T. Bartz, CPA
Nate Bartz is a partner out of the Wausau, Wisconsin, office and has worked with transportation and manufacturing and distribution organizations ranging from startups to large multistate organizations for over eight years. More specifically, he manages relationships for entities ranging from $10 million up to $110 million in revenue. Nate has deep experience with complex accounting issues and reporting requirements and is committed to developing and nurturing strong business relationships to produce high-quality service and promote forward thinking.
Sarah Russell, CPA, MBA
Sarah Russell is a partner and point person for domestic and international tax strategies. With over 20 years of experience, she brings a practical approach to helping closely held business owners and multi-national corporations with tax consulting and compliance. Sarah also advises clients on the latest tax changes and potential impacts to their business.
Thomas P. Schiesl, CISA
Tom focuses on helping clients develop and confirm their business strategies and turn them into implementation roadmaps with real performance metrics and a business case to drive short-term and long-term value. His mission is to help clients clearly articulate how they want to grow and not only help them identify solutions, but ensure that they adopt those solutions to achieve their maximum value.
Kate E. Brown
Kate Brown is a Business Intelligence and Analytics Manager in Wipfli’s Business Solutions Group, she is focused on designing and building analytics platforms that improve organizational performance and drive actionable analytics for our diverse clientele.
Tom Wojcinski
Tom Wojcinski is a partner in Wipfli’s cybersecurity and technology management practice. He specializes in helping organizations reduce and manage the risks to modern technology and information systems.
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Client success story
Wipfli helped Sage Freight implement an ERP and unified data, decreasing their month-end close process by 33% and increasing on-time collections by 18%.
