Aggregator vs. Sales Firm 101  

At a high level, the difference is simple:  

• Aggregators purchase brands entirely. They apply their operational strategies, including leveraging economies of scale and historical data, to scale brands (often Amazon-focused).  
• Sales Firms, on the other hand, partner with brands. They offer a collaborative approach to scaling via proprietary technology, strategic insights, and multi-platform growth strategies.  

What Does an Aggregator Do?  

Aggregators evaluate brands as acquisition opportunities. Their business model typically involves buying third-party sellers, particularly on Amazon, and growing them using shared resources within their portfolio. They bring in strategies like improving operational efficiency, leveraging technology, or enhancing logistics. While this can lead to successful growth, it often means the original sellers hand over control of their brands.  

What Does an Sales Firm Do?  

Sales Firms work differently—focusing on partnership instead of ownership. Companies like Supply Flow collaborate with brands to enhance growth while keeping the original company in control of their name, mission, and operations.  

Accelerators analyze data across marketplaces such as Amazon, JD.com, Tmall, and even D2C platforms. They focus on long-term profitability with insights into customer acquisition, conversion optimization, and marketing strategy. From fine-tuning pricing models to targeting the lifetime value of a customer, accelerators aim to grow your brand without sacrificing identity or control.  

Do Aggregators and Sales Firms Compete?  

The short answer? Not really. Aggregators and sales firms are designed to serve different purposes, and in some cases, they can even complement each other. Aggregators may acquire a brand and hire an accelerator like Supply Flow to further push growth. However, the heavy lifting in scaling often falls to sales firms because of their expertise in analyzing data, managing listings, and fine-tuning strategies—processes critical for success in marketplaces.  

Which Model Supports Long-Term Success?  

If you’re looking for full control over your brand, the partnership model of an sales firm is often the better choice. Accelerators have the tools, resources, and expertise to build sustainable revenue streams while keeping the brand identity intact—making them a preferred option for companies focused on owning their future.  

Why Supply Flow?  

At Supply Flow, our mission is clear—to empower e-commerce brands to scale profitably while maintaining ownership and control. Through our proprietary tools and data-driven insights, we unlock growth opportunities in all corners of the global marketplace, from Amazon and beyond.  

Are you ready to partner with a team committed to your success? Contact Supply Flow today and start accelerating your brand’s growth worldwide.  

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