ScanSource
| Primary URL | Location | Industry | scansource[.]com |
Country
United States of America
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Technology
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Profile
ScanSource is a value-added distributor of technology products, focusing on automatic identification and data capture, point-of-sale, communications, and security solutions. It sources products from manufacturers and resells them to resellers, system integrators, and retailers. The company provides technical support, configuration services, and logistics to help customers deploy solutions. Its portfolio includes barcode scanners, RFID readers, mobile computers, POS terminals, wireless networking equipment, and video surveillance gear.
ScanSource is headquartered in the United States, with its main office in Greenville, South Carolina. It operates a network of distribution centers and sales offices across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, enabling it to serve a global customer base. The company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker SCSC. Its business model emphasizes value-added services such as kitting, programming, and warranty management.
ScanSource differentiates itself by offering deep expertise in niche technology segments and maintaining strong relationships with both vendors and channel partners. It often provides customized solutions that integrate hardware, software, and services for specific industry needs such as retail, healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing. The firm also invests in training and certification programs to ensure its partners can effectively implement and support the technologies it distributes.
ScanSource operates as an independent publicly traded corporation; it is not a subsidiary of another entity. The ransomware incident in May 2023 highlighted the importance of its cybersecurity posture and prompted activation of its incident response plan with external forensic experts and law enforcement. While the attack caused temporary outages in customer portals and service delivery, the company worked to restore operations and continued to focus on its core distribution activities. The incident also reinforced its commitment to ongoing security improvements and transparency with stakeholders.