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Frequently Asked Questions
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| Frequently Asked Questions! |
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| Have other questions? Don't hesitate to get in touch |
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1. What is AOPD?
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| Established in 1978, AOPD is the world's largest network distributor of office products. AOPD has grown to include locations throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, as well as Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, and currently services thousands of customer locations. AOPD's only business is the development and implementation of regional and national office products distribution programs. |
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| AOPD customers enjoy all the benefits of corporate purchasing programs including: |
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competitive pricing
extensive product selection
accurate invoicing and reporting |
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| AOPD customers also get the advantages of working with a local committed distributor including unparalleled levels of customer service, order fulfillment, and problem resolution. |
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2. Who governs/owns AOPD?
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AOPD was established in 1978 as a not-for-profit corporation and is completely owned by the membership. AOPD is governed by a Corporate Executive Director and a Board of Directors. The 7 Board Members are elected by the membership at the AOPD Annual Meeting to serve a three-year term. After general elections, the elected board appoints its officers.
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4. What are the main benefits of becoming an AOPD dealer?
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AOPD gives you, the independent dealer, the power to compete for regional and national contract customers and participate in corporate bids. By joining AOPD you will be able differentiate yourself from local competitors and enhance your overall market image. AOPD is an important mechanism that protects your current business, while offering a huge potential to increase future volume.
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5. Can any office products distributor apply for membership?
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AOPD is an independent dealer network and as such does not accept applications from large corporate group companies that are indeed our primary competitors. Any independently owned dealers may apply for membership. Membership applications are reviewed and voted upon by the Board of Directors and Executive Director.
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6. Does AOPD provide sales and/or marketing assistance for its dealers?
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In addition to the AOPD catalog, AOPD offers a variety of marketing materials including brochures, a public web site, shell sheets, sample RFP responses, custom maps, and more. Many of the marketing materials are available on AOPD ’s private web site. The AOPD Toolbox, for you to download and customize for your customer. AOPD staff members are also available to help you in any way they can.
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7. What is the AOPD Business Partner Program?
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AOPD is a marketing and sales support organization that does not sell products directly, however our Dealers do. You can order office products directly from each Dealer’s web site. To find your local Dealer, please use our Dealer Finder. If you know the name of the Dealer you are looking for, visit our Dealer Profiles page.
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8. How do I place an order?
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AOPD is a marketing and sales support organization that does not sell products directly, however our Dealers do. You can order office products directly from each Dealer’s web site. To find your local Dealer, please use our Dealer Finder. If you know the name of the Dealer you are looking for, visit our Dealer Profiles page.
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