Online Store
Sell publications, training materials, branded merchandise, and member resources online with automatic member discounts, real-time shipping calculations, and integrated payment processing. No separate e-commerce platform required.
Everything You Need to Run an Online Store
Comprehensive features integrated with your membership database
Automatic Member Pricing
Members see discounted prices when logged in—no codes
Member Savings Display
Non-members see how much they'd save with membership pricing
Real-Time Inventory Tracking
Quantities update automatically with each sale
Product Categories & Images
Organize products with categories and up to two photos per item
Featured Products
Highlight products on your store homepage (displays 3 per row)
Product Tags
Tag products with keywords; tags become clickable filters to browse related items
UPS & USPS Shipping Rates
Real-time calculations based on weight and destination
Handling Fees
Set per-order handling fees for individual products or store-wide defaults
Integrated Payment Processing
Same gateway as membership dues—no separate merchant account
Downloadable Digital Products
Sell PDFs and other files with instant delivery links
Coupon Code System
Create discount codes with usage limits and expiration dates
Product Options & Variants
Offer size, color, and format options
Member-Only Products
Restrict certain products to current members only
Staff Order Entry
Process phone/mail orders on behalf of members
Order History & Reporting
View all orders by member, product, or date range
Automatic Email Confirmations
Customers and staff receive order notifications
Sales Tax Automation
Charge tax based on states where you do business
Order Cancellations & Refunds
Issue refunds with automatic inventory adjustments
Accounting Integration
Orders post to GL accounts automatically
Unlimited Products & Orders
No caps, no transaction fees, no per-product pricing
Integrated Store vs. Separate E-Commerce
Member Pricing Applied Automatically
When members log in, they see member pricing instantly—no coupon codes, no staff verification, no manual discount management. Your membership database controls who gets what pricing. Other e-commerce platforms require members to enter codes or manually verify member status.
Orders Automatically Recorded in Member Profiles
Every purchase shows in the member's profile, posts to your accounting automatically, and updates member activity history—all because your store and AMS are one system. Separate e-commerce platforms force you to manually reconcile orders with member records.
Same Payment Gateway as Membership Dues
Use the same payment gateway you already have for membership dues—one processor, one reconciliation process, no additional merchant fees or transaction percentages. Other platforms charge you for a separate merchant account or take a percentage of your sales.
Reward Members With Automatic Discounts
Set different pricing for members and non-members on every product. When members log in, they automatically see member pricing—no coupon codes, no manual verification.
Pricing Options:
- Member vs. non-member pricing: Set two prices for each product—members always pay less
- Bulk discounts: Offer volume pricing when members buy multiples
- Members-only products: Make certain products visible only to current members
- Coupon codes: Create discount codes for special promotions or sponsorships
Automatic Updates:
- When a member's status changes (expires or renews), pricing updates automatically
- No manual intervention required
- Members within grace period retain member pricing
Know What You Have and What You've Sold
Real-time inventory updates prevent overselling and help you reorder at the right time.
How Inventory Tracking Works:
- Quantity available: Track how many units you have in stock
- Auto-deduction: Quantities automatically reduce when orders are placed
- Low stock alerts: Set minimum threshold levels for reordering
- Out of stock display: When quantity reaches zero, product shows as unavailable
Sales Reporting:
- See which products sell best
- Track revenue by category
- Identify slow-moving inventory
- Export data for analysis
Calculate Shipping Automatically
Connect to UPS and USPS for real-time shipping rate calculations based on product weight, shipping method, and destination address.
Shipping Features:
- Real-time rates: UPS and USPS rates calculated automatically at checkout
- Multiple shipping methods: Offer ground, 2-day, overnight, international options
- Product weight tracking: Set weight per product for accurate calculations
- Domestic and international: Ship to any country with proper configuration
Payment Methods:
- Credit card processing (same gateway as membership dues)
- Purchase orders for organizational buyers
- Check or wire transfer options for large orders
- Sales tax automation based on states where you do business
Online Store FAQ
Explore Related Features
See how our integrated platform works together
Learn More About Non-Dues Revenue
Your online store is a powerful non-dues revenue source. Explore our comprehensive guide to learn about product merchandising strategies, member pricing psychology, and maximizing store profitability.
Ready to Turn Products Into Non-Dues Revenue?
Schedule a demo to see how i4a's association management software lets you sell products with automatic member pricing, real-time inventory, and no separate merchant account or platform fees.
