We seek to attain the highest standards of diversity and inclusion while enabling our customers to do the same.
At ODP Business Solutions, we connect you with entire networks of diverse suppliers who will work directly with you to help you achieve your diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives. We can also help you track your direct and indirect spend for Tier I and Tier II purchases through our own Diverse Supplier catalog — all with simplified, easy-to-use reporting
Supplier diversity helps us identify and deliver innovative, quality products and services across all business channels. It provides support for local, small, diverse, and disadvantaged businesses; creates an environment for innovation; opens new markets; and drives competition.
Tier 1 suppliers
These suppliers sell directly to customers, and we fulfill their orders — providing maximum diversity credit. ODP Business Solutions provides partner vetting, executive support, mentoring, and field sales support.
Tier 2 suppliers
By purchasing Tier II solutions, a percentage of total spend is allocated to diverse vendor products. These products are part of our normal distribution channels, which can help you meet your goals within a customized program.
Did you know?
In addition to Minority Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) certification and Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) certification, Tier I certifications include:
VBE
Veteran Owned
Business
Enterprise
LGBT
Lesbian Gay Bisexual
Transgender Owned
Business Enterprise
SBE
Small Business
Enterprise
SDVBE
Small Disabled
Veteran Business
Enterprise
SDBE
Small Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise
HUBZ
HUBZone Small
Business Enterprise
Shop our extensive network hundreds of products source from Tier II diverse suppliers.
Committed to diversity in everything we do
Putting principles into practice
We recognize the importance of our own diverse workforce, and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values and respects the talents and contributions of associates from all backgrounds.
Diversity Council
In 2018, we established a formal Diversity Council to enhance our existing diversity, inclusion, and belonging efforts and strengthen relationships, in the workplace, marketplace, and in the communities where we live and do business.
5C culture
By focusing on customers, commitment, change, caring, and creativity, we’re helping promote diverse backgrounds and ideas into every aspect of our work and our operations.
Free site assessment
We’ll assess your building and provide insight into ways you can increase efficiency, safety, and compliance while streamlining costs.
