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SATO is an industry leader in printing solutions for a variety of businesses for good reason. SATO has more than 70 years of printing industry experience, with a wide range of products that benefits small businesses to large enterprises. SATO's Prestige Partner Program is another reason why the brand is trusted by printing solution resellers around the country, since it offers business growth support to partners to help them succeed.

At ScanSource, we are proud to offer access to this groundbreaking program that acts as a powerful ally to resellers that sell SATO's direct thermal and thermal transfer printers, printer labels, and printer accessories.

The three-tiered Prestige Partner Program rewards resellers based on their progress in expanding their SATO-selling skillset, taking into account years selling SATO, as well as annual revenue. Compared to most other industry programs, SATO's Prestige Partner Program is customer-centric, focusing on how to help resellers continually improve on the products, services, and solutions that add value to their business and customer relationships.

How the SATO Prestige Partner Program Works

The SATO Prestige Partner Program goes to work for its resellers, offering program participation availability that reflects the partner's level of investment and commitment. What resellers put into the program is greatly rewarded with support.

One of the most exciting aspects to SATO's Prestige Partner Program is that there is no minimum sales goal. With zero hassle and pressure, resellers that are part of the SATO Prestige Partner Program can simply look forward to resources and support.

Every SATO Prestige Partner Program member has access to demo equipment, so they can show their clients more of the benefits of SATO products. All partners are also eligible for price exceptions, have access to sales engineers, and are rewarded with so many more perks.

The three levels of the SATO Prestige Partner Program are:

  • Affiliate Partner: This is the ground level of the SATO Prestige Partner Program. Typically, Affiliate Partners do not offer installation or integration services, but these partners are still eligible for enhanced support from SATO, including resources.
  • Champion Partner: This mid-level tier, which is comprised of partners that have shown a growth in skills. Any SATO Affiliate Partners that increase sales, AIDC expertise, and commitment to building a SATO business will be considered. Champion Partners receive increased levels of support compared to Affiliate Partners.
  • Premier Partner: SATO Premier Partners demonstrate exemplary SATO sales and support of SATO products and AIDC solutions. They are considered full SATO solution providers and receive the highest level of support in the SATO Prestige Partner Program.

If you have any questions about what you need for a successful application, ask a ScanSource representative. We're happy to help.

More Reasons to Sell SATO

Besides the benefits the SATO Prestige Partner Program offers in support to resellers, SATO printing products are highly valued because they improve efficiency and productivity for the clients resellers work with. Benefits of SATO products include:

  • Durable materials to make SATO printing products reliable in the most rugged of environments.
  • Diverse models that work in on-the-go mobile settings and in-house, in settings ranging from offices to manufacturing plants.
  • Exemplary user experience customizable for any type of business, while intuitive interfaces make products simple to use.

Latest technology to keep businesses ahead of competition, with features ranging from high- For any business that has printing needs, SATO printing products offer solutions that can be adapted to unique requirements. SATO products are reliable, fast, dependable, and technologically advanced.

When you decide to sell SATO with ScanSource, you're not just making an investment in the leading printing solution for your clients. You're also getting access to even more additional support from ScanSource to successfully sell SATO products. In addition to the SATO Prestige Partner Program, ScanSource representatives are here to help you with the latest information, training, and support regarding SATO. We invest in our resellers, just like you invest in your clients.

When you decide to sell SATO with ScanSource, you're not just making an investment in the leading printing solution for your clients. You're also getting access to even more additional support from ScanSource to successfully sell SATO products. In addition to the SATO Prestige Partner Program, ScanSource representatives are here to help you with the latest information, training, and support regarding SATO. We invest in our resellers, just like you invest in your clients

To become a reseller of SATO products with ScanSource, you can get started online here to sell SATO. You can also give us a call at 800-944-2432 to talk with one of our friendly support members.