How do I become a DFS partner?
In order to become a DFS Business Partner you need to do the following:
Complete the Trading Agreement with your company details, print and sign where indicated (this also includes your AccessCIT application)
Provide your company bank details on signed letterheaded paper
Provide a copy of your Consumer Credit Licence (CCA). If you do not have a CCA, you will need to apply for one at the Office of Fair Trading. (www.oft.gov.uk)
Complete and sign the xsell term agreement (if you want to take part in the DFS incentive programme).
Please return all of the above documentation to:
UNITED KINGDOM
Dell Financial Services Business Partner
Circa
2A High Street
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 1AA
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Dell Financial Services Business Partner
CIT House
Blackrock Business Park
Carysfort Avenue
Blackrock
DUBLIN
Alternatively use the Address Labels in the Tools section, which will allow you to produce a return address label for your Trading agreement
When this information has been received, we will process your application and upon approval, provide you with your login details to AccessCIT.
Do I need any other information before I can enrol as a Business Partner?
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No; assuming you have returned your:
Trading agreement;
Bank details typed onto signed letter head;
A copy of your AccessCIT enrolment form;
A copy of your Consumer Credit License;
A signed x-sell rewards agreement, if you would like to participate in our
incentive scheme.
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Do I need to complete a separate trading agreement to register for AccessCIT?
No; the AccessCIT trading conditions are part of your overall Trading Agreement. You will need to complete the AcessCIT registration form to provide us with your list of users, which when received will prompt your username and password details to be sent to you.
Where do I return my Trading Agreement to?
UNITED KINGDOM
Dell Financial Services Business Partner
Circa
2A High Street
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 1AA
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Dell Financial Services Business Partner
CIT House
Blackrock Business Park
Carysfort Avenue
Blackrock
DUBLIN
Or use the Address Label in the Tools section.
I have a customer who wants to use leasing, what do I do?
What is the minimum amount I can finance?
Typically finance transactions can be structured where the deal size is £1000 and above.
What is the maximum term I can arrange financing over?
Finance transactions for IT equipment are typically written up to 36 months, with printing and multifunctional devices considered up to 60 months. However if you need further information please contact the DFS Business Partner helpdesk and we will be happy to assist you further.
When will the customer have to make their first payment?
Rental profiles are typically structured monthly or quarterly, with the first payment being taken in advance. With a typical lease agreement the rental amounts are evenly spread with no upfront deposit needed.
Who can lease?
Practically any company can lease, assuming they are credit cleared. Examples include:
Sole traders, Partnerships, Limited and Public Limited Companies, Local Authorities, Education, NHS, Charities.
What happens if I need to finance equipment which is not made by Dell?
Dell Financial Services will be happy to consider equipment which is not manufactured directly by Dell. Please indicate this as part of your proposal and if you need any further assistance contact the DFS Business Partner helpdesk.
What if the customer already has a lease agreement?
If the customer already has an existing lease agreement it may well be possible to upgrade this agreement and roll it into the new transaction. Please clearly indicate this as part of your proposal and if you need assistance contact the DFS Business Partner helpdesk.
Where can I receive further help and support?
