Buying Power
Buying Power Programs
Aleyant
Welcome our new member Aleyant!
Aleyant creates web-to-print, estimating and production, and prepress automation workflow software for graphics professionals. Aleyant's automated print software solutions create a solid foundation for growing your print business (and customer count) by automating daily print processes such as ordering, pricing, file correction, production, customer service and more.
GMA members receive generous discounts on implementation and monthly fees. Contact Andrew or your BDD for more information.
Apple
Graphic Media Alliance members may qualify for preferred pricing on the latest Apple products and accessories!
The Employee Purchase Program is a benefit provided by Apple Inc. to current GMA members and their immediate family members who also reside in their same household. The Program is intended for personal use.
Under this Program, Apple sells and ships products to end user customers only. You may not purchase for resale. Apple reserves the right to refuse or cancel your order if Apple suspects you are purchasing for resale.
Contact your BDD for more details.
American Safety & Health Management Consultants, Inc. (ASH)
Founded to fill the growing need for professional Safety and Health Management Services for companies of all sizes. ASH provides free safety evaluations for Association members.
Advertising Specialties Institute (ASI)
Members can provide their clients access to a full lineup of branded products - such as writing instruments, trophies and awards, and apparel - through the Buying Power Program with Advertising Specialties Institute, the largest education, media and marketing organization serving the promotional products industry. Members receive greater supplier discounts - and can even use branded products to generate awareness for their businesses.
Contact your BDD for more information.
BASYS Processing
BASYS Processing makes accepting credit cards and debit cards convenient, safe and affordable. They provide services and solutions that include terminals, virtual terminals, e-commerce, mobile, and point-of-sale; customized to fit any need. They are dedicated to working one-on-one with you to design the perfect solution for your business. BASYS was founded in 2002 on one philosophy: to take care of our merchants, partners, and employees so they never want to leave. BASYS is Personalized Payment Processing. BASYS is the preferred credit card processor for Graphic Media Alliance. Read our article about BASYS.
BB Direct
BB Direct offers members data hygiene services at a discounted rate, including NCOA Link Process - 18 Month, NCOA Link Process - 48 Month, and Delivery Sequence File Processing. The program also offers discounts to the Dun & Bradstreet database to acquire mailing lists both online and off.
Contact your BDD for more information about BB Direct.
Caliper
Assess prospective employees and current employees on their suitability for a particular job with the Caliper profile, an in-depth personality assessment.
Contact your BDD to learn more about Caliper.
Employers Choice
As the owner or manager of a busy print shop, you know that you should carefully screen prospective and current employees. You need to know the relevant background of potential employees with whom you are going to trust your property and client data. You need to know that the employees who are operating your vehicles, presses, and other shop equipment are drug-free and physically capable of doing the job for which you’ve hired them or are anticipating hiring them.
That’s why we are pleased to offer another member benefit: a member discount for Employers Choice Online. Employers Choice provides employment background screening and drug testing services for employers. They help employers reduce legal expenses and increase productivity and it’s done with no contracts, no set-up fees, minimums or monthly access charges. Contact your BDD or President Andrew Schall for more detail.
Good2Go
Good2Go is a cloud-based, file on-boarding, review and approval solution that’s easy to
deploy, learn and use. No special hardware, integration or lengthy training required. Get up and running in 15 minutes or less. GMA members can get a free-trial extension for a full 30 days, and we’re giving all members 20% off any subscription. Good2Go welcomes GMA members.
Key Features include:
• Easy file submission
• Automatic PDF preflight
• Review & approval with mark-up
• Automated reminders
• Much, much, more!
Contact your BDD for more information.
IPA
Exclusive Group Buying Program for Association members with revenues under $5 million.
Graphic Media Alliance offers a group-buying program for companies with revenues under $5 million a year. The program capitalizes on the combined purchasing power of printers all across North America to realize discounts and rebates on LTL freight and small packages. A printer must be a member in good standing with the Association to qualify for this exclusive program.
The program is offered through Independent Printers Alliance (IPA), a division of Independent Printers Worldwide, Inc. (IPW), a national procurement group specializing in superior vendor programs for independent printers. This type of supplier and product loyalty program offers a win-win solution with increased preferred supplier business and payback for a printer’s investment in Association membership.
This program has greatly increased our offerings to smaller printer members, and we see it as a great tool for recruiting new members into our organization. This new IPA program expands our capability to reach the smaller and start-up printer.
Contact your BDD for more information on IPA.
ITU AbsorbTech
Graphic Media Alliance has partnered with ITU AbsorbTech as a preferred provider for printer towels and other rental service programs, including SorbIts® reusable absorbents, garments, floor mats, cotton roll towels and mops. Members have two ways to save – an annual rebate for rental services and 15% discount on direct purchase services, including First Aid and ITUdirect.
For more information about the rebate and discount programs, please visit www.ituabsorbtech.com/pia or contact your BDD at 614.794.2300.
Kodak
GMA is excited to announce our newest member benefit: participation in Kodak’s exclusive new rebate program. This program gives you an opportunity to save money while optimizing your operations with industry-leading printing solutions. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your offset solutions or build out a digital offering, Kodak has equipment that can meet your needs.
For more information about the discount program, please contact your BDD at 614.794.2300.
Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta offers considerable discounts to Association members on more than two dozen of its bizhub and Accurio digital production printers featuring their new AccurioPress technology. Konica Minolta sales representatives will work with members to access the discounted pricing upon verification of membership status.
For more information about the discount program, please contact your BDD at 614.794.2300.
Mailers Hub
GMA has partnered with Mailers Hub to offer our members fast access to answers and resources to help them understand and comply with USPS regulations, to improve their operations so they may better serve their customers and improve profitability, and to facilitate collaboration with industry peers and partners. From postal regulations to production floor layout – Mailers Hub was created to be a comprehensive resource AND community for those in the commercial mailing industry. In addition to discounted direct membership, members of GMA will receive free access to the following items:
• Webinars
• Expert Hotline
• Monthly Newsletter
• Community Forum
• Representation at MTAC
Contact your BDD for more information.
Printers 401K
In today’s world of increasingly complex regulations and ever-expanding investment possibilities, it’s more challenging than ever to fulfill your fiduciary obligation as a retirement plan sponsor. Now, more than ever, it is important to choose a partner you can trust to help you navigate the complexities and take advantage of the opportunities.
We have good news…Graphic Media Alliance has aligned itself with Diversified Financial Advisors, an investment advisory firm specializing in 401k Plans since 1982.
Printing Industries Credit Bureau
Whether you need training in credit granting procedures, assistance and tools for risk analysis, or professional debt collection of your delinquent accounts, PICB's staff of dedicated managers pledge to provide you superior service at affordable rates.
- Licensed – Bonded – Effective
- Contingency Fees
- Global Debt Recovery
Contact Andrea when you need help!
Requests for service forms are available here:
The Sales Vault
The Sales Vault is a subscription-based website resource for sales reps and selling owners in the graphic arts. It gives you access to sales best practices and makes you part of a sales community.
Archived content and live Zoom workshops for subjects like:
- How to get your price
- Fear: Selling when you're an introvert
- "I've never had to sell before, but now…"
- Selling through LinkedIn
- Hiring the right sales rep
- "I hate selling… But I need to grow"
- Navigating the crazy–busy times
- Motivation: getting yourself unstuck
- Dealing with voicemail
- Landing the big fish
- Finding high-quality leads
- Get that appointment
- Selling more and less time
- Getting to the next level
GMA members pay a discounted rate and team pricing is available. For more information call Bill Farquharson at 781-934-7036 or Check out the Sales Vault!
Sterling Distribution
Sterling Distribution is committed to providing Association members with exceptional service and exceptional products at a lower price with free next-day delivery. They have been a member of the Association since 1999 and have been a strong supporter of our events and outreach efforts. Why trust your business to a stranger?
Teladoc
Check out one of the newest additions to the Association's benefits. Teladoc provides free unlimited consultations to keep your employees healthy and present at work. Your employees won’t waste time sitting in waiting rooms. They can be more productive promoting “presenteeism” at your workplace! Your employees will save money for basic medical care – not having to worry about deductibles or co-pays.
If you already have this benefit in place, remind your employees to take advantage of Teladoc's options. It's quick and easy for employees to set up their accounts. This flyer is a great step-by-step tool to help them through the process and request a visit: Getting Started with Teladoc.
Ask your BDD for more information and great success stories.
TForce
We understand the importance of reliable logistics to keep your operations running smoothly. That is why we offer our members a diverse range of shipping solutions and savings through TForce Freight – a leading Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carrier formerly known as UPS Freight.
TFI International, one of the largest North American trucking companies, acquired UPS Freight in May of 2021. Together with TFI subsidiaries, TForce Freight provides transportation and logistics services in the United States, Canada and Mexico, operating via package and courier, less-than-truckload, truckload and logistics segments.
TForce Freight offers solutions tailored to your unique needs, which include:
- Standard LTL: Reliable and cost-effective shipping for your everyday cargo.
- Cross-Border and Offshore: Seamlessly navigate borders and reach new markets.
- Expedited: Have time-sensitive shipments? TForce has you covered.
- Trade Show Services: Make an impact at your next trade show with our specialized services.
- And More: From Alaska to Hawaii, Puerto Rico to U.S. Virgin Islands – wherever your business takes you, TForce is there.
Unleash the Power of Comparison
Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to informed decisions. TForce Freight offers the UPS Ground with Freight Pricing solution [1], which enables LTL customers to realize cost savings for freight shipments utilizing the UPS network. You can quickly compare LTL and GFP rates side-by-side online, and choose the one that best fits your shipping budget and needs.
Additionally, as a member of GMA, you’re eligible to receive savings that start at a 75% discount on all your TForce Freight LTL shipments.
Contact GMA for more information!
Truck Direct Mail
With the rising costs of postage, finding effective ways to save on mailing expenses is more critical than ever. The TruckDirectMail.com program is one solution we have implemented to help you combat these increasing costs and enhance your mailing operations with postal drop shipping.
TruckDirectMail.com allows printer-mailers to take full advantage of USPS Destination Entry Postage Discounts, using a simple and flexible website to estimate, tender and track LTL drop-shipments that is backed by over 30 years of freight logistics experience.
PerkPlans
Graphic Media Alliance Members, our member perks are waiting for you!
We are excited to share with you our member perks platform also available for your employees and family. We are providing you with these perks to show our appreciation for your continued support. PerkPlans features products and services that can save and reward our members thousands of dollars. What better way to communicate with your employees than by offering them discounts on products & services they may already be buying?
Association members may see the full list of perks and access the database here.
Participating PerkPlans partners:
Real Estate and Home Services
Home & Garden
National Retailers
Flowers & Gifts
Local Discounts
Food & Grocery
Pets
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Travel
Tickets & Attractions
Cellular
Automotive
Business & Office
Financial Wellness
Professional Services
College Tuition Assistance
Benefits & Insurance Services
Health & Wellness
Addiction Resources
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