Have you ever thought about joining a distributor group, but weren't sure if it's the right choice for your business? It's time to find out. Take this short quiz to see if you're better suited solo or if there are benefits to joining a group that could drastically improve your distributorship.
You're not alone. Running a distributor business is a lot of work and it can be difficult to finish everything you want to each day. That's why distributor organization The Ampersand Group has invested in technology to make your daily tasks easier – and with no monthly fee, which many other organizations require. Their industry-leading online e-commerce platform is a fully integrated B2B system with a roster of 136,000+ clients, 3.3 million+ registered users and 3 million+ items ordered over the last 12 months alone.
Checking restock updates · Checking budget limitations · Creating custom catalogs
Creating custom imprint templates · Processing credit cards · Placing product orders
Responding to quote requests · Running online reports · Targeting direct mail lists
Tracking order statuses · Web design · And more
That's great! Running a distributor business is a lot of work and it can be difficult to finish everything you want to each day. Should you ever need help, The Ampersand Group offers cutting-edge technology and software that can streamline daily tasks and make your job even easier.
That's great! Some distributors get bogged down by administrative tasks, which can make it difficult to focus on what they love to do best: service clients. If you ever feel like back-office tasks are taking up too much of your time, know that The Ampersand Group can take all of these responsibilities off your plate, serving as your administrative team behind the scenes while you set your sights on the tasks you truly enjoy.
Many distributors feel the same way, as they'd rather focus their time on doing what they do best: servicing clients and bringing their promotional ideas to life. Unfortunately, administrative and back-office tasks still need to get done, which can feel never-ending if you're a one-person team.
Accounts Receivable · Accounts Payable · Inventory Management · Invoicing
Purchase Orders · Releases · Requests for Quotes (RFQ) · Client Quotes
Crystal Reports Interface · Data Retention & Daily Backup of Data · Order Funding · And more
Get ready to free up hours of your day so you can concentrate on what you love to do once more.
Who wouldn't like to make more money? Unfortunately, distributors can often get stuck in a routine and may not be sure how to break out of the status quo. The Ampersand Group is here to help. Not only does their streamlined technology free up more of your time to sell, it can also help you tap into Fortune 100 accounts, as The Ampersand Group already helps distributors like you service many of these companies.
Another revenue-boosting benefit? The Ampersand Group has over 33 years of industry experience in both the promotional and print sectors, allowing you to tap into an entirely new revenue stream: selling branded printed business items.
That's great! Sometimes distributors can feel stuck in a routine and may question if they're doing all they can to boost revenue. If you do ever start seeking out ways to make more money, consider selling printed business materials to your clients in addition to promo. The Ampersand Group has over 33 years of industry experience in both the promotional and print sectors, so you can tap into an entirely new revenue stream.
That's great! It can take a long time to find those suppliers you can trust with your clients' orders. That's why The Ampersand Group allows their members to choose their own vendors, unlike other organizations that force you to work with a select few. That means you can keep your business partners completely intact, even if you join this distributor group.
If you're in the market for new vendors, The Ampersand Group can help with that too. They have 1,000+ suppliers in their database and can set you up with EQP (End-Quantity Pricing) or better, AKA the best pricing possible in the industry. Have shipping and storage needs? Also not a problem, as The Ampersand Group offers warehousing and shipping services too.
We understand – it can take a long time to find suppliers you can trust with your clients' orders. Thankfully, The Ampersand Group has vetted 1,000+ vendors for their database, which is the perfect place to begin your search. You'll also enjoy EQP (End-Quantity Pricing) or better, AKA the best pricing possible in the industry. Have shipping and storage needs? Also not a problem, as The Ampersand Group offers warehousing and shipping services too.
And don't worry: If you do settle on some favorite suppliers, The Ampersand Group always allows members to choose their own vendors, unlike many competing organizations that force you to work with a select few. All in all, The Ampersand Group gives you the best of both worlds: resources to find new vendors at low prices, plus the freedom to pick your own.
That's completely understandable. You've worked hard to build up your business's reputation and you don't want that all to be a waste. Plus, you're proud of your distributorship – and you should be! It's your business's name that your clients should think of when they need promo expertise, not the name of the organization you're a part of.
Thankfully, that will never be the case with The Ampersand Group. This organization wants nothing more than to be your invisible partner providing support in the background, not stealing your spotlight. The Ampersand Group encourages all of their members to keep their business identity – and it seems to be working, as 99% of their members never leave!
That's great! Some distributors are wary of distributor organizations because they believe they'll be forced to give up their business name or brand identity. Thankfully, that will never be the case with The Ampersand Group, who wants nothing more than to be your invisible partner providing support in the background. If you do ever find yourself concerned with feeling "lost in the noise," you can put those fears to bed with The Ampersand Group.