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FAST Platform API: A Simple Solution for Complex Workflows
For businesses in the decorated apparel industry, efficiency is everything. But efficiency often hinges on how well your systems communicate. That’s where FAST Platform’s API comes in—a simple yet powerful tool to integrate your existing systems with FAST and streamline even the most complex workflows.
What Is an API and Why Does It Matter?
API stands for Application Programming Interface, a tool that allows different software systems to communicate with each other. Think of it as a translator that ensures your systems “speak the same language.”
- Eliminates Manual Work: APIs enable automated data […]
Sustainability in the Spotlight: Reducing Environmental Impact with FAST Platform
As businesses across industries prioritize sustainability, promotional product distributors have an opportunity to lead the way in reducing environmental impact. At FAST Platform, we believe that efficiency and eco-conscious practices can go hand in hand. Through smart order optimization and a growing catalog of eco-friendly products, we help distributors meet their clients’ demands while making a positive impact on the planet.
Here’s how FAST Platform can help you embrace sustainability without compromising on quality or performance.
Reducing Environmental Impact Through Order Optimization
Sustainability starts with streamlined operations. FAST Platform is designed to optimize every step […]
Holiday Survival 101: Place Your Orders Early to Stay Ahead
Holiday Turntimes Notice
While we expect our turn times to remain under 5 days, we encourage placing holiday orders as early as possible to avoid potential delays due to seasonal volume with vendors and shipping carriers.
It’s that time of year again! As the holiday season approaches, our clients face a familiar challenge: balancing increased demand with tight deadlines. While FAST Platform’s decorator network is designed to handle high volumes with an average production time of under five days, the unique pressures of the holiday season—shipping carrier delays, vendor […]
How Free Freight on Select Suppliers Saves You Time and Money
The Hidden Costs of Shipping
Shipping fees can be a major drain on your business, especially when you’re managing multiple orders and suppliers. For promotional product distributors, these costs don’t just eat into profit margins—they create logistical headaches that slow down your workflow. FAST Platform eliminates this challenge by offering free freight on select suppliers, making your ordering process faster, simpler, and more cost-effective.
The Free Freight Advantage
With FAST Platform, you get free freight from a curated network of trusted suppliers, including:
- SanMar: A wide range of basics and outerwear shipped free.
Need to Fulfill Large Orders? FAST Platform Has You Covered!
Handling large orders can feel overwhelming, but at FAST Platform, we make it simple and efficient. Whether you need 2,500 pieces or 120,000, our nationwide network of facilities and industry-leading capacity ensures you get top-quality products delivered on time—every time.
We specialize in large-volume orders for promotional apparel products, and we’re here to help you meet the growing demands of your clients.
Our Unmatched Production Capacity
At FAST Platform, we’re big on BIG orders, and we have the infrastructure to back it up:
- 150+ automatic screen print presses
Introducing Our Exciting New Partnership with Workwear Outfitters
At FAST Platform, we’re committed to offering our clients the best products and services in the industry, which is why we’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Workwear Outfitters! This collaboration brings an extensive range of high-quality workwear solutions directly to you, making it easier than ever to outfit your teams with durable, protective gear that stands up to the toughest job environments.
Why Workwear Outfitters?
Workwear Outfitters is known for its commitment to excellence, providing gear that’s not just functional, but also engineered for safety and comfort. From flame-resistant jackets […]
Embracing the Future of Promotional Product Decoration: How POD and FAST Platform Drive Growth
In the rapidly evolving world of the apparel industry, B2B promotional product distributors (PPDs) face numerous challenges to stay competitive and meet customer demands. Traditional warehousing models often lead to inventory mismanagement, resulting in lost profits, wasted resources, and unmet sales targets. However, innovative solutions like Production-On-Demand (POD) and comprehensive platforms such as the FAST Platform can reshape your business strategy and fuel growth.
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- The High Cost of Inventory Mismanagement: According to industry experts, holding inventory can diminish profitability by 20% to 30%. Misjudged inventory decisions account for an estimated 53% […]
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#OperationBackpack
Over the last week we raised over $500 for #OperationBackpack which provides backpacks and supplies to central Ohio students in time for school.
Employees were asked to put their donations in the mason jar with their favorite coworkers face taped to it. Whoever had the most money in their mason jar was to be pied in the face by the person with the least amount of money.
This year our lucky winner was Danielle Augustine! Checkout her glamorous before and after shots!