Corey said:
@Jordan
It’s all about keeping top of mind for customers, and it works.
True, most companies don’t bother with that anymore.
Corey said:
@Jordan
It’s all about keeping top of mind for customers, and it works.
True, most companies don’t bother with that anymore.
Exactly. That’s why it’s effective.
@Corey
Funny thing is, I’ve never bought anything from them, and I don’t know anyone who has. But with $11 billion in sales, plenty of people clearly do.
Corey said:
@Jordan
It’s all about keeping top of mind for customers, and it works.
True, most companies don’t bother with that anymore.
Have you made a post like this about any other company? That’s the power of their strategy. Amazon might sell cheaper shipping supplies, but Uline’s catalog keeps them on your mind. That’s probably worth the cost.
@Corey
If you need specific sizes and low minimum orders for shipping boxes, Uline’s next-day delivery really has no competition. Their politics aside, they deliver quality, great service, and treat employees well. That’s why I stick with them.
@Nico
I had them design packaging for me in 2017. Still using the leftover boxes for a new product now.
@Corey
I’m pretty sure Amazon sells more shipping supplies to small businesses than Uline, though. Uline’s big clients are likely large businesses.
Jordan said:
@Corey
I’m pretty sure Amazon sells more shipping supplies to small businesses than Uline, though. Uline’s big clients are likely large businesses.
Yeah, I haven’t looked into the numbers, but that’s possible.
Leith said:
They have good margins. They aren’t the cheapest, but they’re reliable and convenient.
It’s like going to Home Depot for convenience even though you could find the same item cheaper online.
The secret to their success is simple: they offer free stuff for big orders. It’s a win-win for purchasing managers.
Bailey said:
The secret to their success is simple: they offer free stuff for big orders. It’s a win-win for purchasing managers.
Exactly! My company gets discounts through Uline, and the team loves the free items they get to pick out. We even raffle off some of the stuff at our holiday party. Uline isn’t the cheapest, but they always deliver next day, and their catalog is everywhere in businesses.
Bailey said:
The secret to their success is simple: they offer free stuff for big orders. It’s a win-win for purchasing managers.
My rotary club got a grant and ordered picnic tables from Uline. The free Yeti cooler we got with the order became part of a fundraiser, and we made even more money for the club! We could’ve found the tables cheaper elsewhere, but the free gift was a huge bonus.
I toss their catalogs in the bin as soon as I get them. Used to buy from Uline more often when I started out, mainly to build business credit since they report net 30 accounts.
Marin said:
I toss their catalogs in the bin as soon as I get them. Used to buy from Uline more often when I started out, mainly to build business credit since they report net 30 accounts.
Wait, what?! Net 30 is a monitored credit system? This explains some of the account issues we’ve had… time to take the checkbook away from the old man before he messes things up more.
Marin said:
I toss their catalogs in the bin as soon as I get them. Used to buy from Uline more often when I started out, mainly to build business credit since they report net 30 accounts.
Same here.
Uline is overpriced, but people use them because it’s convenient. They carry products that aren’t easy to find elsewhere.
You only get one catalog a year? I get one every quarter, haha.
Chen said:
You only get one catalog a year? I get one every quarter, haha.
Plus the ones they throw in with every order…