Store Connections

Manage your connections with client stores through a structured approval process.

Store Connection Overview​

Suppliers can connect to multiple client stores through an approval-based system. Each connection must be requested by the supplier and approved by the store operator before becoming active.

Connection Process​

The store connection process follows these key steps:

1. Request Access: Supplier submits a connection request to a store
2. Pending Approval: Request awaits approval from store operators
3. Approval/Rejection: Store operators review and approve or reject the request
4. Active Connection: Approved connections enable product and service offerings

Here's how the store connection workflow operates:

Connection States​

Store connections have three possible states:

• Pending (is_approved: false): Request submitted but not yet approved
• Approved (is_approved: true): Active connection with full access
• Disconnected: Connection removed (supplier can re-request access)

Connecting to Stores​

Via Web Interface​

1. Navigate to suppliers.axiomdata.io/stores
2. View available stores in the Available tab
3. See pending requests in the Pending section
4. Monitor connected stores in the Connected tab

Via Platform Tools​

Accessing Connected Stores​

Once connected to stores, you can access store information for various operations:

• Store-specific pricing: Set different prices for different stores
• Product restrictions: Enable or disable products for specific stores
• Analytics access: View performance data for each connected store
• Configuration management: Adjust settings per store relationship

Approval Permissions​

Stores can configure approval permissions that control how suppliers interact with their marketplace. These permissions can restrict:

• Product approval requirements
• Pricing approval workflows
• Country-specific access
• Supplier-specific conditions

When connected to a store, your products and pricing may require approval before becoming visible to buyers, depending on the store's configured approval permissions.

Managing Store Relationships​

After Connection Approval​

Once approved for a store, you can:

• Submit Products: Add products to your catalog for that store
• Set Store-Specific Pricing: Create price lists targeted to specific stores
• Access Analytics: View order data and performance metrics for that store
• Configure Notifications: Set up alerts for store-specific events

Connection Removal​

If a store connection is removed:

• All pending approvals for that store are automatically deleted
• Your products become unavailable in that store
• Historical order data remains accessible
• You can request to reconnect at any time

Best Practices​

• Clear Communication: Provide complete supplier information when requesting access
• Professional Presentation: Ensure your supplier profile is complete before requesting connections
• Follow Store Guidelines: Adhere to each store's specific requirements and policies
• Monitor Connection Status: Regularly check for approval updates and new store opportunities