Compare index vs alternative for Georgia corporate merch | Merch Georgia
Side-by-side comparison of index vs alternative for corporate merch in Georgia — pricing in GEL, run sizes from 30 units, decoration methods and lead times, and when to pick which option.
When to pick index
Index is the right pick when the programme prioritises X — for example, when the recipient profile is corporate and the use case is office carry, or when the budget is tight and the run size is small.
For Tbilisi corporate programmes (TBC, BoG, Wissol, Aldagi, Silk Road Group), index is the standard tier for routine 50–300 unit orders.
When to pick alternative
Alternative is the right pick when the programme prioritises Y — for example, when the recipient profile is executive and the use case is premium gifting, or when the budget is flexible and the run size is large.
For Tbilisi VIP programmes (TBC Private, BoG Private, Silk Road Group), alternative is the executive tier for year-end VIP gifting.
Side-by-side specs
Index — corporate tier at GEL X, premium tier at GEL Y, lead time 7–12 days. Alternative — corporate tier at GEL X+20–40%, premium tier at GEL Y+20–40%, lead time 7–12 days.
Pricing in GEL
Base unit cost ranges from GEL 18 (entry types) to GEL 300 (premium items). At 100 units, expect GEL 60–180/unit for standard items. Volume discounts kick in at 250+ units.
Production & logistics
Production runs 5–12 business days after artwork sign-off. Delivery to Tbilisi is express or next-day; regional Georgia 1–5 days; cross-border 3–10 days.
Georgia context
For index vs alternative decisions in Georgia corporate programmes, the typical pattern is index for routine corporate tiers and alternative for VIP executive tiers.
Adjara Group kitchens in Tbilisi and Batumi, Rooms Hotels (Stamba, Rooms Tbilisi), the Marriott and Pullman Tbilisi all run annual programmes with quarterly call-offs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is right for a TBC Bank welcome kit: index or alternative?
For TBC Bank or BoG welcome kit, index is the corporate default. alternative is the premium tier for executive onboarding.
Which is right for a TBC Private VIP gift: index or alternative?
For TBC Private or BoG Private VIP gifting, alternative is the executive tier. index is the corporate tier.
Can you mix index and alternative in one programme?
Yes — many Tbilisi corporate programmes run both: index for routine corporate tiers and alternative for VIP executive tiers.
Lead time comparison between index and alternative?
Both ship 5–12 working days after artwork sign-off. Rush from 2 business days is available with press-ready artwork.
Is there an eco-friendly option for either?
Yes — both can be made with eco materials (GOTS, GRS, FSC). Premium tier 15–25% over standard.
Is Corp-Merch a partner or official supplier of any organisation referenced on this page?
No. Corp-Merch is an independent corporate merchandise vendor. We are not a partner, sponsor, official supplier, or affiliate of any government body, municipality, regional administration, state agency, event, or brand referenced on this page. References to procurement.gov.ge, RS.ge, the Partnership Fund, GITA, GNTA, the Georgian National Tourism Administration, Bank of Georgia, TBC Bank, Adjara Group, and other institutions are factual descriptions of the procurement and business environment in which we sell, not endorsements or affiliations.
Corp-Merch is an independent corporate merchandise vendor. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body, regional administration, municipality, public-sector buyer, or any event referenced on this page. References to procurement.gov.ge, RS.ge, the Partnership Fund, GITA, GNTA, the Georgian National Tourism Administration, Bank of Georgia, TBC Bank, Adjara Group, Silk Road Group, Wissol, Gulf Georgia, PSP, Maestro, Aldagi, Tegeta, Wissol Energy, and other institutions on this page are factual descriptions of the procurement and business environment in which we sell, not endorsements or affiliations.
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