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Barbour Spangle Design Launches Sourcing Service for the Trade
October 2,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
Barbour Spangle Design, renowned for creating stunning interiors and cultivating deep industry relationships, is excited to announce the launch of The BSD Group Procurement Service. This new service offers independent designers exclusive access to a vast selection of to-the-trade products at substantial cost savings, streamlining the sourcing process so designers can focus on what they do best—creating beautiful, timeless spaces.
The BSD Group stands apart by providing a seamless, five-step procurement process that handles all the behind-the-scenes tasks—from creating and transmitting orders to managing vendor communications, warehouse coordination, and filing damage claims when necessary. Designers benefit from exclusive access to products without minimum order requirements, commissions for using the service, and the reassurance that there are no out-of-pocket expenses for the items ordered.
“We know firsthand how time-consuming procurement can be for designers, which is why we’ve developed this service to relieve that burden,” says Christi Spangle, co-founder of Barbour Spangle Design. “With over 20 years in the industry, we’ve built relationships and processes that allow us to take on the complexities of procurement. Now, with The BSD Group, we’re able to extend these advantages to other designers, helping them achieve their time and financial goals, and allowing them to grow their businesses with greater ease.”
The BSD Group is staffed by professionals experienced in procurement, expediting, and logistics, ensuring that each designer has a single, dedicated point of contact throughout the process. No chatbots, no disorganized message threads—just real-time support from procurement specialists who understand the needs of independent designers and firms.
In addition to simplifying the workflow, The BSD Group offers financial flexibility by handling upfront transactions with brands and manufacturers, freeing up valuable cash flow that designers can reinvest into their businesses.
Barbour Spangle Design will officially unveil The BSD Group Procurement Service at the upcoming High Point Market. Christi Barbour and Christi Spangle will present a special panel titled “Process to Profits: Can a New Generation of Designer Procurement Groups Better Your Business” on Oct. 26, from 10-11 a.m. at The Point.
Panelists will include renowned interior design business transformation specialist, Gail Doby, financial planner, Brad Clinard, and Holly Woodward, owner and designer of DASH Home & Kitchen, alongside Barbour Spangle's co-founders.
The discussion will explore how new procurement models can help designers streamline operations and maximize profits. The panel is open to all High Point Market attendees and no RSVP is required. A Q&A session will follow the presentation, giving designers the chance to learn more about how The BSD Group can transform their businesses.
For more information about The BSD Group Procurement Service, please visit The BSD Group online or on Instagram.