Distribution startup checklist
Step-by-step checklist covering legal setup, suppliers, warehouse, software, and first sales — aligned with our Getting Started guides.
Free resources for distributors
Downloadable templates to use alongside our guides — checklists, plan outline, margin calculator, and supplier scorecard.
Business plan outline
Section-by-section outline for a wholesale distribution business plan: market, suppliers, logistics, financials, and 12-month milestones.
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Profit margin calculator
Spreadsheet to model landed cost (unit + freight + duty), sell price, and gross margin by SKU. Open in Excel or Google Sheets.
Supplier scorecard
Score vendors on quality, lead-time reliability, MOQ flexibility, payment terms, compliance docs, and communication — then decide Pilot / Hold / Exit.