New partnership gives Octo members differentiated solutions to grow their business
WAYNE, PA., September 27, 2023 – Unilog, the leader in connected product content and commerce solutions for wholesale distributors, manufacturers, and specialty retailers, announced today they have partnered with Octo Purchasing Group, a well-established Canadian purchasing initiative, to be a trusted solution provider for their industrial and retail market members.
Based in Quebec, Octo was founded in 1982 by six plumbing wholesalers to help expand their businesses through their collective experience. The purchasing group has since expanded its presence throughout Canada by diversifying into additional markets including fire protection, hardware, HVAC/R, industrial safety, pump, PVF, and waterworks. With an ever-growing member network, Octo continues to help businesses improve their business stability and lower their cost to serve. Now, as part of their benefits, Octo members can accelerate their digital footprint with the help of Unilog’s connected suite of product content and commerce solutions.
“In this ever-changing competitive landscape, businesses need more tools and resources to stay ahead of the game. We’re excited to offer Octo members those resources with our integrated product content and eCommerce solutions. Together, our connected suite of solutions will increase their customer engagement and elevate their ability to sell,” said Glenda McCarthy, Account Executive at Unilog. “We’re confident Octo’s partnership with Unilog will be a game-changer for their members.”
As part of their membership, Octo members will have access to more than 10 million enriched product SKUs for the markets they serve through Unilog’s content subscription programs. Members will also be able to unify their sales channels with Unilog’s integrated eCommerce and online showroom solutions. Unilog is the only solution provider that offers connected content and commerce solutions as a complete package, creating a seamless customer experience that elevates a business’s ability to sell.
About Unilog
Unilog is the leader in connected product content and commerce, delivering the platform, content, and connectivity businesses need to succeed in the digital arena. Our connected suite of solutions helps wholesale distributors, manufacturers, and specialty retailers sell more, stay relevant, and reduce their cost to serve. For more information, visit UnilogCorp.com.
About Octo Purchasing Group
Octo Purchasing Group is a Canadian buying group with around 70 independently owned members, accounting for over 2,000 locations across the country. The group was founded in 1982 by six plumbing wholesalers and has since expanded its presence throughout Canada in the plumbing, fire protection, hardware, HVAC/R, industrial safety, pump, PVF, and waterworks markets. The continual growth of the group has led to an extensive list of more than 500 key partner suppliers across the multiple industries covered by Octo’s members. Learn more at octo.ca.
Media Contact:
Bryanna Vickers
Marketing Manager, Unilog
Phone: 484-580-8933 Ext. 738
Email: bryanna.vickers@unilogcorp.com