Punchout Sites on the ILTPP Marketplace
The ILTPP Marketplace offers various features to streamline your purchasing experience. One valuable tool is Punchout Sites, which allows you to seamlessly access and leverage supplier websites. This guide will explain how Punchout Sites work and how they can benefit you.
What are Punchout Sites?
Punchout Sites are functionalities within the ILTPP Marketplace that provide temporary access to a supplier's website. They essentially act as portals, enabling you to browse and search the supplier’s extensive catalog directly. If you are already accustomed to navigating through the supplier's website, using the Punchout Site allows you to continue shopping in a familiar environment. This can save time and streamline the purchasing process.
How Does it Work?
- Use the Categories Column on the left side of the ILTPP Marketplace homepage to find suppliers that offer Punchout Sites. Look for the globe icon next to the supplier name in the category list.
- Locate the desired supplier on the ILTPP Marketplace. Click on the globe icon associated with the supplier. This will launch the Punchout Site in a new window or tab.
- Browse the supplier’s website, search for products, and add them to your cart as usual.
- Finalize your checkout on the supplier’s website. Once checkout is complete, your selected items are automatically transferred to your shopping cart within the ILTPP Marketplace. You can then review your order, add any additional items from the ILTPP Marketplace, and proceed with final placement through the familiar ILTPP checkout process.
Important Considerations
- While completing the checkout process, you will be on the supplier’s website. Make sure you understand their return policy and any additional terms and conditions that may apply.
- You will eventually return to the ILTPP Marketplace to finalize your order and leverage benefits like ILTPP negotiated pricing.
Summary
Punchout Sites are a valuable tool on the ILTPP Marketplace, extending your reach to a broader range of products and offering a potentially more comprehensive shopping experience. By understanding their functionalities and how they integrate with the ILTPP Marketplace checkout process, you can effectively utilize them to fulfill your purchasing needs.