Empowering Sari-Sari Stores with Packworks: A B2B Revolution Posted On: October 19, 2023 | Last Updated: November 16, 2023 | Posted in News The sari-sari store is a ubiquitous sight in the Philippines. They serve as a vital link to essential goods and services, especially in communities that are difficult to reach by large retailers. In recent years, sari-sari stores have begun facing a number of challenges, including competition from large retailers and the difficulty accessing capital to grow their businesses. Enter Packworks, a B2B FMCG marketplace that is helping to empower sari-sari stores through a combination of technology, partnerships, and financial inclusion. Packworks: A Transformative Force for Sari-Sari Stores Packworks provides sari-sari store owners with a wide range of services, including: Access to a wide variety of products at competitive prices A user-friendly mobile app that streamlines inventory management, sales tracking, and financial reporting Partnerships with financial institutions that provide sari-sari store owners with access to affordable loans Educational resources to help sari-sari store owners improve their business skills As a result of these services, Packworks has helped to transform the sari-sari store ecosystem in the Philippines. The company has now partnered with over 270,000 sari-sari stores and is on track to reach its goal of 500,000 stores in the next two years. A Partner in Sari-Sari Store Success Packworks has been recognized for its contributions to the sari-sari store sector. In 2023, the company was named one of Forbes Asia’s 100 to Watch. This recognition is a testament to Packworks’ commitment to helping sari-sari stores succeed. “Our goal is to be the partner of sari-sari stores in their journey to success,” said Bing Tan, co-founder of Packworks. “We want to help them grow their businesses, improve their livelihoods, and make a positive impact on their communities.” The Future of Sari-Sari Stores With the help of Packworks, sari-sari stores are well-positioned for the future. The company’s innovative approach and commitment to financial inclusion are helping to empower sari-sari store owners and ensure that they continue to play a vital role in the Philippine economy. Here are some of the ways that Packworks is helping to shape the future of sari-sari stores: Providing access to technology Offering financial solutions Delivering educational resources Building partnerships Advocating for sari-sari stores By continuing to provide these services, Packworks is helping to create a more sustainable and inclusive sari-sari store sector in the Philippines. By helping sari-sari stores succeed, Packworks is helping to create a better future for the country. Here are some of the specific ways that Packworks is helping sari-sari stores: Increasing their sales Reducing their costs Improving their customer service Expanding their reach By providing these benefits, Packworks is helping sari-sari stores to thrive in a competitive and challenging environment. Packworks is a transformative force in the sari-sari store ecosystem. The company’s innovative approach and commitment to financial inclusion are helping to empower sari-sari store owners and ensure that they continue to play a vital role in the Philippine economy. By helping sari-sari stores succeed, Packworks is helping to create a better future for the country. Comments are closed, but trackbacks and pingbacks are open.
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