by Jared Plumb | Oct 22, 2025 | Inventory
The journey products take from creation to our shopping carts is a long and winding road made up of interconnected players. Two of the most commonly confused roles are wholesalers and distributors. While “wholesaler” and “distributor” are often used interchangeably,...
by Jared Plumb | Feb 20, 2025 | Accounting
Key takeaways A tariff is a tax imposed by a government on goods imported into their country. Understanding how tariffs work is essential for comprehending international trade policies. The purpose of tariffs is to stimulate the local economy by encouraging consumers...
by Robert Brandon | Feb 10, 2025 | Accounting
Key takeaways VAT (Value-Added Tax) is a consumption tax applied at each stage of the supply chain, where value is added to a product or service. A VAT number is a unique identifier required for businesses in countries with VAT systems. These numbers enable...
by Robert Brandon | Sep 28, 2023 | Workflows
There’s a lot of business essentials that go on behind the scenes. As a consumer, it’s easy to think retailers indiscriminately place products on the shelf. But the truth is far from that. Distribution management is an essential part of maximizing profits...
by Olivia Barnes-Brett | Oct 13, 2022 | Inventory
Key takeaways The difference between wholesaler vs distributor boils down to whose interest they serve. Wholesalers buy in bulk and resell to retailers with little exclusivity, while distributors work closely with manufacturers and often have exclusive rights to sell...
