The merch industry is constantly evolving, adopting the latest trends, working toward a more sustainable future and navigating new technology. At times it can be overwhelming trying to manage so many areas of expertise, but it doesn’t have to be.
That’s where solutions come in handy. The PPAI-member business services providers featured in the PPAI Solutions Center can help with issues ranging from product testing to artwork services and everything in between. So instead of spreading yourself thin trying to work on everything, you can focus on what you do best and engage these solutions to do the same.
Coolest Way To Make E-Commerce Go Swimmingly
SwiftOtter can help you take your online presence to the next level. SwiftOtter focuses on B2B and B2C e-commerce development, doing the hard work so you don’t have to. It not only creates custom-built portals and storefronts on Adobe Commerce, BigCommerce and Shopify but also provides services to help with AI use, growth strategies and brand design. This makes SwiftOtter a one-stop shop for any supplier or distributor looking to transform their website.
Coolest Product Tester Since 1946
Hohenstein Institute America started out as a textile school post-World War II and is now a leader in product testing with over 75 years of experience. Hohenstein works to create solutions through testing, development and certification of textiles and other goods. It specializes in studying how products interact with people and the environment so you can feel confident that your merch is safe and sustainable.
Coolest Way To Keep Textiles Out Of Landfills
92 million tons. That’s about how much textile waste is created each year, and 85% of that waste ends up in landfills. Debrand, a Canada-based sustainability firm, works to extend the life of your garments and keep them out of landfills. Debrand combines high-tech sorting with human attention to detail to find new life for your surplus goods. It offers consolidation, sorting and grading, preparation, disassembly, circulation and consulting. It’s no wonder that companies like Canada Goose and Lululemon have worked with Debrand to take their sustainability goals to the next level.
Coolest 24/7 Service Since Waffle House
ArtWork Services USA is a one-stop shop that offers solutions in artwork services, consulting, ERP, online stores, outsourcing and software. However, its order management services, which are geared toward both suppliers and distributors, are truly the company’s calling card. AWS offers help with real-time tracking, supplier and vendor communication, inventory management and financial integration. Don’t forget its 24/7 customer support services, providing around-the-clock assistance with any order-related questions.
Coolest Way To Handle Payments
Looking to better automate your payments and lower transaction fees? Look no further than Fortis Payment Services. It offers embedded payment solutions in NetSuite and other ERP software systems to seamlessly update your payment system without any hassle. With decades of experience handling ERP payments, Fortis tailors its solutions for your business.
Coolest Way To Attract Customers
Since 1991, Magnum Magnetics Corp. has made custom flexible magnets in the U.S., allowing it to deliver 24-hour turnarounds on some of its most popular products, including magnetic tape, sheeting, labels, extrusions and more. The company also offers customized product development and special magnetization to meet your needs.
Coolest Rainbow Since ‘The Wizard Of Oz’
Every year Pantone makes headlines with its choice for color of the year. Want to create similar buzz for your company? Pantone can help your brand find the right color palette. The color experts ensure that your signature look is easily achievable in digital and print mediums, so you can have a streamlined, cohesive identity.
Coolest Way To Make A New Work Friend
Office Beacon is an outsourcing company focused on hiring and training virtual assistants and remote professionals who specialize in artwork services, order management, software development, sales support, accounting support and 150-plus other specialized services. With operations in countries such as India, the Philippines, Mexico and South Africa, the company helps organizations scale efficiently while reducing operational costs.
Coolest Family-Owned One-Stop Shop
What started as a backyard passion project 40 years ago has grown into a full-service artwork provider that offers embroidery digitizing, vector art services, embroidery decorating, screen printing and patches. Midsouth Apparel Solutions, a family-owned decorator in Arkansas, has a 24-hour turnaround and artists in-house to bring your designs to life.
