Comments on: 5 Reasons You Should Be Working With Online Retailers

By: Jenn

Jenn — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 01:13:10 +0000

Nice post! It’s so true that online retailers get a bad rap. It takes some digging, but there ARE retailers that will work with you and help you build a reputation and establish more brands.

By: Rachel Tayse

Rachel Tayse — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:57:31 +0000

I am an online store owner who also has encountered manufacturers who aren’t interested in online retailers. I feel just like you – online stores can only help build the brand.

We have learned the hard way that if a manufacturer says they already have an online store, research that store before you place an order. Some manufacturers discount products so far in their own online store that it’s hard to keep up!

By: grace

grace — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:42:38 +0000

Thanks for a great article. I started my online business this year (www.tykethreads.com selling hip and unique clothing for boys) and I know what you mean! Despite having a business plan sound enough to get financial banking, one supplier of a recognizable brand would not even return my calls! But I persisted and jumped through all their hoops. In the end, I launched a site with some great brand names and a decent inventory base. Also, despite the slowdown of the economy, in one season, I have proven myself and now I am getting calls from reps wanting me to carry their lines!

I started my site out of personal need. When I was a new mom and nursing my little one every three hours, I had NO time. Period.

Online retailers saves their customers time and gas money. No need to drive from store to store looking for that one elusive item. Online stores make it possible for busy customers to shop when it’s convenient to them — whether it’s during the day or at 2 am when the baby’s finally settled in bed!