Problem #1
I need full-time help to manage vendor catalogs
- Vendor catalogs come in all shapes and formats.
- Changing prices for vendor catalogs take a lot of time and effort.
- Vendor inventory availability is not available in retailers’ catalogs – they have to log in to the vendor portal to manually see what is in stock.
Solution #1
I need full-time help to manage vendor catalogs
- One unified format for all retailers’ vendors.
- Combine all vendor and local inventory for accurate availability counts.
Problem #2
We’re wasting so much time on catalog data input
- Retailers have to manually import spreadsheets of product data.
- Retailers have to individually and manually assign pricing to products.
Solution #2
We’re wasting so much time on catalog data input
- Automate catalog data straight from the manufacturer.
- Set up pricing rules and multipliers to be applied automatically.
- Connect distributor and local inventory records to the product catalog.
- Use one single source of truth for all crucial information – product details & specs, inventory, and pricing.
Problem #3
I have to log into 3 places to update my pricing
- A disconnect between business tools and platforms.
Solution #3
I have to log into 3 places to update my pricing
Use one single source of truth for all crucial information – product details & specs, inventory, and pricing.
Problem #4
My stores are making order errors and forgetting components
- Issues with training and associates not understanding protocol – simple human error.
- Inconsistencies between vendors – there is no uniform format for SKUs and components for kitted items.
Solution #4
My stores are making order errors and forgetting components
- Platform with all information in one place.
- Quantities, components, and inventory are all listed.
