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What is the difference between an Independent and an Affiliated Supplier?

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Written by Luca Tizzano
Updated over a year ago

Understanding the distinctions between independent and affiliated suppliers at Invedent will significantly assist when using Invedent for ordering.

  • Affiliated Suppliers: Partners directly with Invedent, featuring seamless system integration, managed product catalogues, and enhanced pricing benefits due to their close relationship with Invedent.

  • Independent Suppliers: Operates without system integration, providing a range of products without pricing and convenience benefits of affiliated suppliers.

Managing Pricing for Independent Suppliers

If you would like to manage pricing for an independent supplier, you can contact our team via live chat. We can help you upload your contract pricing to give you a better idea of how your pricing compares to the rest of the market.

IMPORTANT: Please note that even if the price on Invedent is listed as more than what is on the supplier's website, the supplier will still process your orders at your contracted pricing.

How Does This Work with Non-Independent Suppliers Like Henry Schein?

As Invedent allows you to manage your inventory easily, allowing you to track and manage all Henry Schein products in one place. This will still save you a significant amount of time when ordering stock on Invedent although they are not integrated into our system.

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