Shower pump

Alan_M_2

I think you're actually missing the point completely and the only thing simple here is you. They give a builder a discount in the hope that He's happy with the product, and pleased that the quarry offer trade prices and that next time one of his customers requires a stone product He'll go back there - ergo - repeat business.

The likelyhood of repeat business from you is zero, or very close.

The 25% discount is actually advertising and is a discount, not a surcharge.

If you don't understand the simple economics of this transaction then you haven't got the slightest amount of business acumen about you.

For the builder or whatever trade may expect to obtain a discount, this 25% represents the difference between making a living or running a profitable business, the builder or tradesman will remember that and return to the quarry to buy again if He gets the opportunity.

Whether or not it costs the same to supply that single order to you or the builder is wholly irrelevant without considering the bigger picture and possible future orders that may occur. Very simple basic business principals.

Obviously not quite basic enough for you to comprehend.

gromituk

If you are unable to debate without descending to personal attacks then it's a waste of time attempting to debate with you.