Local telecom equipment trade supplier

Local cabling and NBN installers, IT support companies, small offices and smaller telecom resellers who need parts the same day.

Markup on stocked items, trade accounts with regular orders, and extra income from local delivery, configuration and basic setup services.

• Product knowledge across phones and networking
• Stock control and buying
• Building trade relationships

• Stock ties up cash, so start with a small range and reorder often
• Check that products carry required Australian compliance marks before selling
• Check council zoning and approvals for your premises, and commercial lease terms
• Public liability, stock and contents insurance are worth checking
• Workers compensation insurance is needed once you hire staff, check your state scheme

Startup costs are typically around $20,000 to $80,000, depending on your premises, fit-out and how much stock you buy. Stock ties up cash, so starting with a small range and reordering often is worth planning for.

Monthly revenue is typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on your range, location and how many installers, IT support firms and offices buy from you. These are estimates only, and revenue is not the same as profit.

Check that products carry the required Australian compliance marks before selling. Also check council zoning and approvals for your premises, commercial lease terms, public liability, stock and contents insurance, and your state's workers compensation scheme once you hire staff.