NSI Step by Step

	Distributor sets up PTG as dropship branch
	Distributor identifies manufacturers for dropship and sends item files to PTG
	PTG notifies manufacturers in dropship program
	Distributor sends customer orders to PTG electronically (EDI)
	PTG orders from manufacturer
	PTG receives product & ships to your customer the same day
	PTG bills Distributor electronically (EDI)
	Distributor bills customer at contracted price plus service fee and freight
	Distributor reports sale to manufacturer and claims rebate if any

Benefits to the Distributor

	Improved cash flow by lowering days on hand
	Reduced operating costs by lowering the number of receipts per branch
	All transactions are EDI for swift, error-free execution
	Can order daily with no vendor minimums to meet
	Online product tracking for improved visibility via secure website portal
	Reclaim valuable floor space at DC’s from slow moving items
	Consolidate current low volume vendors to PTG, reducing customer service, accounts payable, central purchasing and vendor management time and expense
	Free freight to the branches