Introduction to Handshake Direct Online

What Is Handshake Direct Online?

Handshake Direct Online is a B2B E-Commerce Portal. Buyers are invited to access their Sellers sites and can view product catalogs, inventory information, place orders, and view their order history online.
   

Lets define buyer and supplier as it relates to Handshake Direct and articles in this section.

Seller - The seller is typically the wholesaler or distributor who is managing and selling a catalogue of products.

Buyer - Sticking with basic scenarios, the buyer is typically a retailer who is (as the name implies) buying products from the supplier

How do I get set up with Handshake Direct Online if I'm a wholesaler?

Reach out to us at 1-855-532-9044 or support@handshake.com and we'll see if Handshake Direct fulfills your business needs.

What if I'm already using Handshake as my sales order management tool?

We will love you forever! Additionally, Handshake Direct Online uses the same product catalogue (i.e. manufacturers, categories, subcategories, images, prices) you are already using. Give us a call or email so we can give you a tour of this product, then you'll work with a dedicated on-boarding specialist to get up and running.

...and if I'm new to this whole Handshake thing?

Reach out to us at the above mentioned email address or phone number and we'll be happy to give you the tour.

How do I get set up with Handshake Direct Online if I'm a buyer?

As a buyer, you need to be invited by a seller to access their Handshake Direct catalogue. You will receive an email with a link to create an account that allows you to log in to their store. If you know the web address of your suppliers Handshake Direct page, there is an option to request access as well.