A good MAC supplier

[Amida]

Hi Guys

My MD decided to get the top management all MAC books.

Can anyone recommend a good supplier for MAC Books?

 

[phiber]

Try go straight to Core, might be cheaper if you are buying a lot. I have a number, dunno if its the right one, pm me if u want it.

 

[Amida]

Try go straight to Core, might be cheaper if you are buying a lot. I have a number, dunno if its the right one, pm me if u want it.

Thanks PM sent.

 

[chris2.0]

Also try MegaGraphics? Or CAB? Try to avoid Core AMAP!

 

[VertigoZA]

Try go straight to Core, might be cheaper if you are buying a lot. I have a number, dunno if its the right one, pm me if u want it.

What an idiot. Why would you recommend that? Core are a distributor. DISTRIBUTOR. not a reseller. They should not be selling directly to the public, and you should not be encouraging it.

 

[Amida]

What an idiot. Why would you recommend that? Core are a distributor. DISTRIBUTOR. not a reseller. They should not be selling directly to the public, and you should not be encouraging it.

Why is that I know usually as a company we can register with any distributor.

 

[Grimspoon]

If I remember correctly PC international sell Mac, you would probably get a decent deal out of them if you buying a few.

 

[phiber]

What an idiot. Why would you recommend that? Core are a distributor. DISTRIBUTOR. not a reseller. They should not be selling directly to the public, and you should not be encouraging it.

Distributor/Reseller, if I want something cheap I will try get as close to the source as possible. If they sell to him, then good for him!!! He is a company looking for a large quantity so why not go to a distributor?

 

[Moklet Kcuf]

Why is that I know usually as a company we can register with any distributor.

You're right. But whether you are actually prepared to deal with Core is another question. Core is not a particularly popular company around these parts.

They very well may be able to offer the best price, but having good service and local rapport is something to consider too.

2nd or 3rd quotes wouldn't hurt anyway.

Good Luck.

EDIT:
P.S- Personally I'd source them all from the US, because firstly I detest the SA Apple industry and with a bulk order, you would save a a big chunk of cash. But hey, if your MD is sponsoring, what the heck, it wouldn't be worth the schlep.

 

[VertigoZA]

@amida

A company should only register with a distributor if the have the intention of reselling the product they are purchasing (which your company clearly is not) Since your management will be endusers they should be buying for retailers. (yes, this applies to ALL distributors)

@phiber

it's called a distribution CHANNEL for a reason. it's incredibly unethical for core to sell direct and thereby undercutting their own reseller channel. But hey, go ahead, support Core if you want to.

 

[Moklet Kcuf]

@amida

A company should only register with a distributor if the have the intention of reselling the product they are purchasing (which your company clearly is not) Since your management will be endusers they should be buying for retailers. (yes, this applies to ALL distributors)

@phiber

it's called a distribution CHANNEL for a reason. it's incredibly unethical for core to sell direct and thereby undercutting their own reseller channel

General SA business practices unethical? never

Most Companies I am aware of source their hardware from distributors. What kind of business sense would it make to buy retail?

But hey, go ahead, support Core if you want to.

You would be anyway.

 

[VertigoZA]

General SA business practices unethical? never

Most Companies I am aware of source their hardware from distributors. What kind of business sense would it make to buy retail?

You would be anyway.

You're missing my point. Yes, companies do this, but it still doesn't make it right to do so.

And my point is that if you do go direct to core, and they do sell to you, then you are supporting and condoning a system which undermines the resellers. You lot all bitch about crap service in South Africa with regards to Apple, but you're also the same ones who are quick to "Go Direct" to save a buck or 2, instead of supporting the guys who are going to give you the service you're looking for.

 

[Moklet Kcuf]

You're missing my point. Yes, companies do this, but it still doesn't make it right to do so.

A business is perfectly right to do so, if its legal. Which it is.

 

[Amida]

You're missing my point. Yes, companies do this, but it still doesn't make it right to do so.

And my point is that if you do go direct to core, and they do sell to you, then you are supporting and condoning a system which undermines the resellers. You lot all bitch about crap service in South Africa with regards to Apple, but you're also the same ones who are quick to "Go Direct" to save a buck or 2, instead of supporting the guys who are going to give you the service you're looking for.

So what you are basically saying is that I should tell my Boss we should rather not register with Core and get cheaper prices because it's unethical?

I've also gone into a couple of MAC stores and had a chat with the guys about a few of my MAC problems and it's scary how little they know. All I expect from a supplier is to replace a broken device.

 

[VertigoZA]

So what you are basically saying is that I should tell my Boss we should rather not register with Core and get cheaper prices because it's unethical?

I've also gone into a couple of MAC stores and had a chat with the guys about a few of my MAC problems and it's scary how little they know. All I expect from a supplier is to replace a broken device.

It is unethical. You are registering as a Reseller under false pretenses. You have no intention of reselling the goods you are buying from the distributor.

...Come people this is not a difficult concept.

 

[Moklet Kcuf]

I've also gone into a couple of MAC stores and had a chat with the guys about a few of my MAC problems and it's scary how little they know. All I expect from a supplier is to replace a broken device.

The Apple world has it's worms and bruises, but it still tastes sweet.

 

[phiber]

I got that core number because an authorised reseller couldn't fix my mac mini and told me to get the support I require I need to go to them. So I don't really care about getting support from resellers who can't actually support the product!

 

[Moklet Kcuf]

It is unethical. You are registering as a Reseller under false pretenses. You have no intention of reselling the goods you are buying from the distributor.

...Come people this is not a difficult concept.

It's legal. Get over it.

 

[VertigoZA]

thats cause Authorised resellers are restricted, by Core, as to what they can and cannot do with a machine regarding repairs. Its not the resellers fault that they couldn't help your mac mini. Their hands are tied.

But do whatever you want.. I'm just saying that if you do a little research around these forums you'll see you're not doing anyone any favours by advocating Core dealing directly with end users.

 

[VertigoZA]

It's legal. Get over it.

I said it was unethical, not illegal. Read.