360Connect

360Connect is an online quote-matching service for business purchases in the United States. A buyer answers a few short questions about what it needs, and 360Connect passes the request to as many as five suppliers or providers in the area. The buyer then compares the quotes and picks the one that fits. On the other side, suppliers join its network to receive qualified sales leads.

What 360Connect offers

• Quote comparison for buyers: one short request that brings back quotes from up to five vetted suppliers.
• Office equipment and communications: sourcing for items such as wide-format printers and plotters.
• Office services: food and beverage, water delivery, vending and stocking.
• Business software and technology: GPS fleet management and time and attendance systems.
• Workforce and customer services: outsourced workforce, HR services and inbound call centres.
• Supplier network: lead generation for sales teams, plus a B2B affiliate programme.

Clients

Buyers are businesses looking for products and services; suppliers are companies seeking a regular flow of sales prospects.

Key facts

• Model: buyer-supplier matching
• Matches per request: up to five suppliers