It looks like this will take place in less than 3 months.
We're currently have an integration in place with S.P. Richards, we're also actively exploring additional distributor options to give resellers more flexibility. As soon as a new partnership is confirmed, we'll share an update with everyone.
This will have a major impact on online resellers that current rely on Essendant.
In a move that has sent ripples through both the online & off online office products industry, Essendant has announced it is pulling out of the independent office products dealer channel, marking a dramatic shift in its strategic direction.
The announcement, described by insiders as a 'shock,' signals the end of a long-standing relationship between the Sycamore Partners-owned wholesaler and the network of independent dealers that have relied on Essendant for decades. The company has been gradually distancing itself from traditional office supplies, instead expanding into janitorial and sanitation products and building out its third-party logistics platform
Industry observers say the decision reflects broader market trends, including consolidation, digital disruption, and changing customer expectations. Independent dealers-many of whom have weathered years of margin pressure and competition from big-box retailers and e-commerce giants-now face a new challenge: replacing a key supply partner that once served as a backbone for their operations.
'This is a seismic shift,' said one anonymous dealer in an online forum. 'Essendant was more than a supplier-they were part of our infrastructure. Losing them means rethinking everything from sourcing to fulfillment.'
As the dust settles, independent dealers are left to assess their options. Some may turn to regional wholesalers, others to direct manufacturer relationships. But one thing is clear: the landscape of office products distribution just changed-dramatically.
If you'd like to discuss how this might affect your business or explore alternative solutions, feel free to reach out.
Best regards,
Bill
Customizing email notification templates
Did you know that you can add a Landing Page to your My Account pages. By default, when your customers log in they see the standard Dashboard. If you add MyAccount Content page your customer will be giving the message you want. Make it simple or as complex as you want.
Example A:
Example B:
Go to Settings > Content Manager > My Account Page in your admin and use the WYSIWYG Editor or RAW Editor (best you have any html skills).
