B2B buyers do not shop like consumers. They reorder the same items, negotiate prices, pay on credit and need approval before an order is placed. A partner who only builds consumer stores will miss all of that.
What to look for
- Customer-specific pricing. Ask to see tiered prices, contract prices and minimum order quantities working in a live build.
- Credit and payment terms. Net-30 or net-60 terms, credit limits and invoice payment should be part of checkout, not a manual workaround.
- ERP and accounting sync. Stock, prices and orders should move between the portal and your ERP without re-keying.
- Quotes and approvals. Buyers should be able to request a quote and route a purchase to a manager for approval.
- Quick reorder. Saved lists and one-click reorder cut the support calls your sales team handles today.
How it differs
| Feature | Basic store | B2B portal |
|---|---|---|
| Price lists | One price for everyone | Per-customer and per-tier prices |
| Payment | Card only | Card, credit terms, invoice |
| Ordering | Add to cart | Reorder lists, bulk upload, quotes |
| Back office | Manual export | Live ERP sync |
Red flags
- No example of customer-specific pricing in a live project.
- The ERP integration is described as ‘later’ or ‘out of scope’.
- The source code stays with the vendor after you pay.
- A fixed price is given before anyone has read your price list and order process.
Questions to ask on the first call
- Which of your builds handle credit limits and net terms?
- How is the ERP connected, and who maintains the link?
- Can my buyers see only their own prices and order history?
What it costs and how we work
N&T Software works on a fixed-cost basis, an hourly basis or with dedicated developers, as per the client’s budget. Pricing starts at USD 15–40 per hour; final charges and timeline are set after we confirm your requirements, and depend on your budget and the team members assigned to the project. Our DBA, development and hosting teams have 15+ years of experience each, led by COO Shahnavaz Syed. You receive a working demo within 24 hours of the requirements meeting, full source-code ownership and a 90-day warranty.