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Do you have customers using an eProcurement system for their purchasing? TheseeProcurement systems are from technology providers Ariba, Oracle, SAP, CommerceOne, B2GNow and ReQlogic from Tectura. Ifyou’re interested in retaining these customersor attracting new customers using aneProcurement system, you will be faced withseveral issues: figuring out a way to create a.cif or XML-based catalog of your products,keeping those products up to date, andkeeping your buyers interested in youroffering. And your catalog is often buried in alist of hundreds of suppliers. Or, you can optfor a Punchout solution, where you maintainyour catalog and shopping cart. You’ll be incontrol of the buying experience, providingthe branding that will help keep yourcustomers loyal – and you’ll stand out of thecrowd.

How do you get a Punchout solution? Fortune500 companies in this position are engaginglarge consultants to accomplish the work - spending $10-60,000 or more in theprocess. The results are well worth it. A Punchout solution is critical in retaininglarge customers and a maintaining a competitive edge in attracting new customers.

What about smaller companies requiring a Punchout solution? Small businessescertainly recognize the advantages of a Punchout solution. However, it is difficult tojustify the expense of a large consulting bill to become fully compliant. Smallercompanies need a Punchout solution that meets their trading partner’s specificationsbut won’t break the bank at the same time. Here’s where eStore-Connect fromSupplier Solutions bridges the gap between compliance and remaining profitable.

What is eStore-Connect?eStore-Connect is a business-to-business web storefront that has Punchoutcapabilities built into the core components. It has all of the shopping cartfunctionality that your customers need to order from your catalog, plus custom

“When we decided to go withPunchout, we intended to do itin house. After several falsestarts, we decided tooutsource to SupplierSolutions. Their eStore-Connect platform was theperfect choice to get ustransacting with our currentthree “Ariba” customers andbe ready for any newcustomers we’ll get on Ariba.”

David Kroenke,LaserCycle InkCycle

catalog, custom pricing, and a streamlined interface that makes buying fast andefficient. Behind the scenes, it’s got the ability to connect to each new customerthat uses one of the eProcurement platforms.

Why eStore-Connect?eStore-Connect enables you to focus on your core business. We’ll take on theburden of determining technical compliance with your Ariba trading partner – even ifthey make changes to the system. Get set up with eStore-Connect and we’ll take itfrom there. We maintain relationships with your trading partners and monitor theirtechnical implementation process. When they make changes, we’ll be there toadvise you and keep you compliant, so you won’t lose business due to a technicalshortfall.

eStore-Connect Features:• Punchout connectivity to your trading partner – let your customers see your products

in a more attractive purchasing environment.• Highly customizable - can be modified to meet your trading partners specification.• Site can be modified to deliver your unique product in an individualized fashion.• Business-to-Business environment allows your customers to quickly find and purchase

the products they need.• 128-bit encryption – your customer’s data is secured during Punchout and order

transmission (as required by the eProcurement systems).• Customize your catalog to your specific trading partner. Show just the products that

are allowed under your contract – or display your full line – you decide.• Display pricing specific to your trading partner. Each partner can have customized

pricing specifically for them.• ‘Contact Us’, ‘About Us’ pages provided to complement your site.• Site contains your branding. You provide your logo and any specials or other

marketing material you want on the home page.• Home page customizable for each Customer – create a private site for each customer.• Quick Order allows your buyers to quickly add their products and checkout.• Saved shopping lists make repeat purchasing a breeze.• Integration with other purchasing systems like: Commerce One, SAP, B2GNow,

ReQlogic and Oracle are also available on the same platform through our Universal-Connect module. Once you get your site setup, you’ll be able to connect to all of yourAriba customers as well as your Commerce One, SAP, and Oracle partners, as well ashave access to all of the Fortune 500 companies and State Governments that arepurchasing via one of these platforms!

Give us a callBeing compliant with Punchout should mean more than just listing your items likecommodities in some hosted catalog. Your products and services deserve a bettershowing, and eStore-Connect is the ideal tool for putting your best foot forwardthrough Punchout. Your competitors will wish you hadn’t.

So give us a call and we’ll have you set up with eStore-Connect in no time.

For more information or to place an order,Call 703-490-2340 or email: info@suppliersolutions.com

www.SupplierSolutions.com