All of these elements have combined to take CMS Peripherals from 30 millions to 100 millions in just four years. The Business CMS Peripherals is the largest privately held, trade only distributor of data storage products in the UK and Ireland. In essence CMS represents data storage manufacturers in the local markets and offers their products for sale to computer re-sellers. Since CMS focuses on data storage it is sometimes referred to as a 'niche' distributor to differentiate it form 'broadline' distributors who offer many computer technologies. The Vendors CMS Peripherals represents some 35 - 40 data storage manufacturers.
Different vendors offer different types of wholesale distribution contracts.
In some instances CMS is the sole distributor in the UK and Ireland for the particular vendor and in others, there are a number of distributors representing the vendor. The Customers CMS Peripherals is a trade only distributor. It's customers resell, install and support computer products to and for end-users. Approximately 5,000 computer resellers are registered with CMS in the UK and Ireland. The Benefits CMS Peripherals believes in rewarding individuals for their commitment and dedication, but most of all for their achievements.