SDSIC members enjoy exceptional networking and educational opportunities, critical business and marketing support, and valuable resources at special member prices. Whether you are a start-up, established industry leader or a provider of services to the industry, your company will benefit from a SDSIC membership.
 

Monthly Events
SDSIC Business Interest Groups are peer-to-peer networking groups that hold monthly BIG Meetings providing technology and IT professionals an effective networking environment as well as a forum for important industry developments. These meetings focus around marketing issues as well as technology issues. There are approximately six of these meetings per month. Due to the broad reach and ever-changing nature of the software industry, these groups change with the markets and technology. Take a look at the current list of Business Interest Groups, where you can sign up for those of interest.

Special Events
From time to time SDSIC holds special events to focus on issues of interest to the entire industry. Programs look at the latest opportunities presented by new technology, changes in the marketplace and changes in the law. Panelists and speakers take a forward-looking view and identify the best directions for company growth.

Yearly Events
In order to highlight the significance of the analytics cluster in San Diego, SDSIC began its forum on Analytics in 2007.  This event attracts participants and attendees from throughout the United States.  This event is produced in association with the UCSD Jacobs School of Engineering. 

In addition, SDSIC produces its Monetizing Innovation program annually.  This event is produced in association with the UCSD Rady School of Management.

While we are pleased to offer these resources, we encourage you to do your own investigation. SDSIC is not responsible for business transactions between members. 

Office Depot Purchasing Program  
Members of the San Diego Software Industry Council receive major discounts on purchases made through Office Depot Business Services Division.

Q. How much does it cost to sign up for this program?
A. There is no charge.

Q. What products get the 79% discount?
A. There is a core list of 176 frequently used products that are discounted up to 79%. You can also "exchange" up to 50 products from the catalog with items on the list and receive comparable discounts.

Q. What is my discount for items not on the core list?
A. The standard discount for SDSIC members if 50% off the list price (except business machines and toners/inks, etc.). If the 50% discount falls below our cost, the price is adjusted so we do not lose money on the order.

Q. Some items at other office supply companies are less expensive even with your 50% discount. Why is this?
A. We have designed a total program for cost efficiency. While a few, selected items may be higher, an examination of the entire product offering will illustrate that we can clearly provide you with the best overall value.

Q. Are our prices the same as those prices in your stores?
A. No. On the average, with our partnership with the SDSIC, prices are approximately 15-20% less (except on business machines, which are the same).

Q. With this pricing, whats the "catch"?
A. There is no catch! The pricing is real and available to you.

Q. What is my companys dollar commitment per month and per year?
A. There is no commitment on your part for any expenditure. We would hope though that with our aggressive pricing and customer service, you would look to Office Depot BSD as your "one-stop-shop" for office supplies, furniture, and technology products.

Q. How would I place orders?
A. Orders can be placed by phone, fax, or preferably over the Internet.

Q. What if I want to go to a store and buy products?
A. You will receive a Store Purchasing Card for your retail purchases if you are set up for account billing. This card will enable you to go to the store and receive the same pricing as you would with normal delivered orders. Alternatively, you can link as many credit cards to you account as you would like, which would serve the same purpose.

Q. How do I receive account billing?
A. Once we have the information to open an account, we run a Dun & Bradstreet report. The results of this report will establish your credit limit and, if you desire, you will be placed on account billing.

Q. Is there a charge for delivery?
A. There is no delivery charge for orders of at least $50.00. We encourage orders of $50.00 and above to help offset transportation costs, and to keep our prices low.  If a small order is placed, a $7.95 handling charge will apply.

Q. What is the delivery time after an order?
A. Next day delivery is the practice for the vast majority of items, except business machines (normally 2-3 days) and special orders (up to four weeks, depending on the product).

Q. Can items be returned?
A. Yes. We appreciate receiving returns within the first 30 days after purchase.

Contact

Curtis Benjamin, Business Development Manager
Office Depot Business Services Division
curtis.benjamin@officedepot.com
(858) 352-0449 TEL
(858) 353-0486 FAX