February 22, 2011

Inflation on UPS units

The Fed says consumer prices have remained near flat over the last 12months, however prices have changed here at GreenlightUPS.

Like any inventory-scarce business, prices change to reflect demand.  So as frequent customers know, certain items have had big price increases.

Biggest Price Change and 2nd biggest seller  - SU3000RMXL3U - 313B
from $399 in 2008 to $589 in 2011
Why...
More and more people want black units and want the ability to add runtime in the future.  Curiously, less than 10% actually buy the extended run packs at the time of sale.






Biggest Seller Price Change -  SU3000RM3U - 303
from $379 in 2008 to $409 in 2011
Why...
As the SU3000RM3U turns 10 years old, most people are wanting the newer models, keeping the price low.






Our 3rd biggest seller price change - SUA3000RM2U - 302b
from $389 in 2008 to $469 in 2011
Why...
As you all know, I hate this unit.  Its poor quality, but people keep demanding it.  The price change reflects the extra refurbishment work required to make these work