CDS Solutions Networking

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Networking as: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions. Specifically : the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business.

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Every CDS suppliers has the worrisome thoughts of what will happen if I can’t provide coverage for my route, or My PM/AO doesn’t know how to perform a survey of the route or enter a SCR, or I’m not being paid for services I provided   CDS Solutions will be there with you by providing you the ability to network with fellow CDS suppliers in your area ahead of time to avoid such situations.

Member Networking Map has many more benefits, including…

General Questions
Having issues on your route? Have questions? Get to know and grow a rapport with your local area CDS suppliers.
Hiring Difficulties
Having difficulties recruiting employees? Reach out to near by suppliers about hiring avenues that work for their area. Hiring mutual employees. Contact nearby PM/AO’s for any referrals.
Temporary Employee
Need a Temporary Employee to get you through a time period? CDS Members are here to help! 
Days Off

Need a day off? Have an appointment?? Reach out and get coverage for days off when you need them!

Emergency Situation
When an Emergency arises you need help fast! Find help close by for any Emergency coverage.
Service Change Request (SCR)
Difficulties get a route survey or SCR performed? PM/AO is not knowledgeable on the procedure. Reach out to near by suppliers to inquire if their PM/AO is able to assist your PM/AO in providing assistance.

10 Reasons why Networking is Essential in CDS

1. Exchange ideas

You never can tell how much you know without listening to other people. Success in a career is largely attributed to the pool of information or ideas you have garnered over the past. When networks have been created, it fosters a trade of ideas to sustain long-term relationships and mutual trust.

2. Be noticeable

Individuals that seek publicity either for business, politics or even fame leverage more on networking. People quickly notice others that have stronger capabilities to make them relevant. When you stand out in both your expertise and the services you offer, it creates room for partnership which in turn builds a career.

3. New opportunities

When people start noticing you, it opens the door for newer opportunities. Business and career-minded individuals who have networked over time have been able to expand with minimal effort because of the avenue of newer opportunities opened to them through networking. Opportunities like meeting the right clients or even meeting people that are superior to your career path could be a stepping stone that could change your life for the better.

4. Qualifications

Networking is one thing. But to be able to utilize it is another. You might think that your current level in your discipline might be the greatest height you could ever achieve. But have you ever taken an in-depth look at the different levels of your chosen career and how other people with similar positions have attained their present height? The roadmap to that height can be reached if only you have a strong network and a good relationship with others.

5. Improve intellect

Even a simple interaction with one person can transform a year-long research work and result in a breakthrough. Likeminded people that have been able to share ideas have strongly developed their intellect to foster growth in their career path and unleash the creative talent in them.

6. Extra resources

Some websites are built specifically to address different questions under different niches. These avenues can be used by an individual as an extra source of information. The same thing applies to networking. A platform that is designed specifically aligned to your career can be an extra resource library for you. This provides you with updated information on the latest career trends relevant to you. This network resource also grants you access to tap into them whenever the need arises.

7. High profile support

Everybody has one way or the other passed through some hurdles in their career development. This can be as a result of the lack of materials available, or even the lack of financial aid. However, good networking with high profile individuals from the same career path can serve as support whenever there is any eventuality at any time. These high profile individuals can help you manage your challenges effectively by either giving you advice or linking you to the right financial support.

8. Growth in status

Developing your career status is a long-term process depending on how you focus on your networking path. Top career individuals that are where they are today is a result of the status they have grown in networking. The contacts you keep are largely attributed to your growth. They largely influence growth in your status and pave the way for better opportunities in your career. Your connections are powerful!

9. Self-confidence

Networking is the key tool to growth in a resourceful career. Training and certification garnered from networking builds self-confidence and promotes self-esteem. The self-confidence that has been built over time can help put you on a positive spot whenever you interact with like minds in your career. So the more effectively you network, the more self-confidence you build over time.

10. Lasting relationships

If networking is a mutual relationship, then having a right networking channel can help build your career. Though networking might not be an easy and fast approach to building a long-lasting relationship. But making it a two-way process of giving and taking and can open the door for a firmer relationship. People that have made networking their sole priority have been able to build careers relevant to their set down goals.

How the Map Networking Works

For privacy of our members. Only CDS Solutions members will be able to provide their contract(s) and contact information that will be displayed on map. CDS Solutions personnel will only enter the information provided for the CDS Solutions Networking Map by the member. (See Submit Your Business Below)

CDS Solutions members will be able to click a location to access contact information of the suppliers in their region that they wish to contact.

Submit Your Business

To be part of CDS Solutions Networking Map please submit the following information.

Please provide CDS Solutions a listing of your CDS location(s). (Click For Example) By providing a partial snap shot of the latest Remittance Advice, excluding the contract monthly rate, CDS Solutions will enter your locale(s) onto the Networking Map.
All we need is your…

  • Contract Number(s) from the submitted Remittance Advice
  • Name/Company name
  • Contact Information -however you would like other CDS suppliers contacting you. (Click For Examples)

Submit Your Location TODAY!

Location Search

Network with fellow CDS suppliers in your area. To use location search…

  • Scroll through the states
  • Click on the state
  • Click on location closest to your area

Location Search Coming Soon!

At CDS Solutions we are all in this together, so lets network together.

Networking is not only about trading information, but also serves as an avenue to create long-term relationships with mutual benefits.

F.A.Q.

The CDS Networking Map is only accessible by other CDS Solutions Members. Contact information is to only be used for networking purposes. We are a team! Let’s help each other be the best supplier possible! 

How do I Submit my Business Details to the Networking Map

COMING SOON! You will be able to Submit your Contact Information, Business Details and Contract Locations. Once you’ve submitted the map location you will have access to update your listing or to add another location. Keep your eye here for when the Map Submission form is enabled! 

How do I Connect with a Member Listed

We ask that Member Listings include a preferred form of Contact whether it be email, phone or text. When reviewing a listing on the Map please look for the preferred contact. Lets work together for the betterment of all fellow CDS Suppliers 

Who Has Access to My Contact Information

CDS Solutions Members and CDS Solutions Staff are the only people who have access to the map with your contact information. We ask that you only provide details you are comfortable with. Contact details are for CDS Supplier Networking purposes ONLY.

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