Credit Card Services
Handy Hardware is pleased to announce a partnership with BBVA Compass Bank Merchant
Services for electronic payment processing services.
The Warehouse Catalog
Each member is supplied a paper catalog divided into seven (7) bound, three-hole
punched sections. Six sections contain one or more related merchandise departments
with products arranged in "fine-line class" sequence, and an item index for that
section. The seventh section is a complete index for all items in the warehouse
plus general information pages. Each section is updated twice a year, eliminating
the need for individual sheet changes. A monthly charge covers the costs for updates,
market catalogs, specials and profit builder books. A DVD-ROM version of the catalog,
which is updated quarterly, is also available to our members.
Warehouse Orders
Members enjoy regular
weekly truck deliveries and a low minimum order of $800.00. A regular order and
delivery day allows the member to plan ahead.
The member transmits his weekly order directly to Handy's computer through hand-held
Telxon units, "computer-to-computer" point of sale system, Handy Workabout,
Handy's DVD-ROM catalog, via the internet at www.handyhardware.com or by using
the HandyBuy system. There are price updates daily and updates to member file maintenance
on merchandise bought through the warehouse. Market orders can be transmitted by
computer, and many promotional orders may be placed over the internet at handyhardware.com.
Invoice review is available the morning following order placement.
Major Markets
Handy hosts a major merchandise market twice a year with the participation of over
750 manufacturers. Complete with super pricing, buying incentives, and a fantastic
Saturday evening reception, these markets represent our two best buying opportunities
of the year.
Insurance
Handy has available an insurance vendor to handle members' needs for property
damage, crime coverage, workers compensation, commercial and general liability,
umbrella coverage and much more.
Computer Services
Automatic data processing is provided by an in-house IBM AS400 system connected
to C.R.T.s and PCs for on-line information, transaction processing, and file maintenance.