Amazon Launches Business Marketplace for US Companies
Amazon Launches Business Marketplace for US Companies

Amazon Launches Business Marketplace for US Companies

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  • Published: October 18, 2018
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Amazon has announced the launch of a new marketplace that is solely intended for American corporations, as it targets a portion of the burgeoning business-to-business industry. This move poses a threat to Staples.

The new online shop, called Amazon Business, offers hundreds of millions of business products, including IT, industrial, construction, janitorial, and food service supplies. The marketplace provides business-only selection and pricing, bulk discounts, and free two-day shipping for orders over $49 (for "tens of millions" of eligible items). Amazon Business customers can also access other benefits such as free multi-user business accounts for shared shipping addresses and payment methods. They can also use Amazon's corporate credit line to finance purchases and place orders via Amazon's Pay-in-Full Credit Line or Revolving Credit Line. Additionally, purchasing approval tools and purchasing system integration are available.

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    iness offers a Tax exemption purchasing program, which allows registered businesses to make tax-exempt purchases and manage tax exemption permissions.

  • Registered Amazon Business shoppers have access to chat-based customer support.
  • Amazon Business provides next-day shipping across 48 states.

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    Amazon Business replaces AmazonSupply, the online store for office and industrial goods. It was launched in 2012 and will be fully phased out by May 13, according to reports.

    Prentis Wilson, VP of Amazon Business, revealed to Forbes the new platform’s aim to cater to businesses of any size, small or large. Allowing for similar shopping experience comparable to consumers, Amazon Business was developed based on business owner feedback. Wilson expressed customers’ satisfaction with e-commerce transactions and have desired ease in shopping at work, a

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    experience reciprocated by Amazon Business. The platform promises selection, value, and convenience paired with additional selections for businesses’ needs, saving time and money.

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    Amazon plans expansion of this service in the near future. Registering for a free account with Amazon Business can be done through their webpage while selling products can be done via the marketplace.

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