This review is part of our directory of buying groups/group purchasing organizations.  Buying Group Name: The Alliance Industry/Specialty: Medical/Optical Number of members: 2,600+ Website: https://www.thealliancebg.com/ How does this group work? When you join the Alliance, you’ll have access to custom pricing through partner vendors, and can take advantage of the Alliance’s customer service. Notably, the Alliance…

The Alliance is a buying group located in Illinois and catering to the medical field, specifically optometry and eye care. The primary focus is on lowering purchasing costs, though other advice and assistance is also available, including professional marketing programs, social media management, and website development services. Its website includes links to the Vision Council and American Optometric Association, though it’s not clear if those are partners of the Alliance or just listed as resources. The group also lists upcoming events relevant to optometrists and those in the medical field.

As a small business owner, money is always at the front of your mind. Reducing expenses and smart financial management are essential to success. There are dozens of ways to shrink expenses, from minimizing your credit card processing fees to automating common tasks. One option you might want to consider is joining a buyers’ group…

You may have heard of group purchasing organizations (GPOs) or buying groups, but what are they and how exactly can they help your business? A buying group is an organization made up of small businesses that band together so they can negotiate as a larger group with vendors to receive better pricing and terms on goods and services.