RS&I is here to make sure you've got everything you need to be successful as an authorized retailer with any of our various programs. This blog series of "What to Expect as You Begin Your Authorized Retailer Journey" is designed to get you the information you need to get started quickly.

If you didn't get a chance to read the first part of this series, you should take a little time to review the helpful instructions and content found in that article. It'll get you going on creating a solid business plan in no time!

This second part of the series focuses on reviewing the business plan you've established and outlining what you need to do next. You'll see the need to begin developing a marketing plan, finishing up any required paperwork and acquiring some of the basics you'll need to begin working.

Let's review your next action items!

Have you been considering a new business opportunity with RS&I, but you're not sure how to begin? By now you've probably seen that we offer a wide variety of authorized retailer options to boost your profitability. You can get set up to sell and/or install DISH, HughesNet, Vivint.SmartHome, CenturyLink, RingCentral and consumer electronics.

And we make the "getting started" process as streamlined as possible.

With nine offices and warehouses in the western U.S., we bring our sales and distribution team to a location as close to you as possible. You won't find a similar or better option within our territory. From the very beginning, our team focuses on helping you get ready to sell and/or install a variety of popular products in today's industry.

Let us explain what you can expect as you get the ball rolling on your next journey.

When you get set up as a DISH Authorized Retailer through RS&I, you'll be granted access to DISH's online marketing tool – called BrandDRIVE. It came out in the middle of 2015 and is now in full swing to provide funding and marketing assistance to every authorized retailer.

Its simple, straightforward interface makes using the site effortless, meaning you can spend less time in front of your computer and more time in front of your customers. Who wouldn't want that for their business?

Essentially every marketing tactic you need to be Co-opable is available through BrandDRIVE. This means as you build your business, you earn Co-op funds to assist you with paying for your marketing campaigns with a one-stop-shop ordering system.

It's up to you how you use it, but as you can see below you'll be amazed with everything BrandDRIVE offers.

Vivint is already set to have an amazing year. Several new innovations were recently announced at CES 2016 and the word is getting out about how advanced Vivint is with home automation and security.

The doorbell camera and indoor camera will provide the sneak peak every homeowner wants as they strive to protect their most valued possessions. And the integration with Amazon's Echo and the Nest will give users an entirely new way to interact with their smart home.

With all of these advancements in technology, there truly has never been a better time to become a Vivint Authorized Retailer through RS&I. We are a master sales agent for Vivint, which means we are able to get you set up with this amazing business opportunity. It's profitable for you and affordable for your customers.

But first, let's take a look at all of this new technology!

Hughes announced some exciting results from a new report recently released by the FCC. HughesNet Satellite Internet has now been ranked No. 1 in delivering advertised speeds!

What does this mean for new and existing HughesNet Authorized Retailers? It means a lot. Let's take a look at a few key talking points.