CT Internacional

What CT Internacional does

CT Internacional (legal name CT Internacional del Noroeste S.A. de C.V.) is a privately held B2B wholesale technology distributor headquartered at Guerrero #168, Colonia Centro, Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico (zip 83000). Operating through its ctonline.mx e-commerce platform, the company distributes 15,000+ products across 200+ technology brands in 18 categories including hardware components, computers, networking equipment, consumer electronics, power management, gaming, printing, point-of-sale, smart home, software/ESD licenses, smart security, servers, communications, video surveillance, digital signage, and office supplies. Customers are exclusively registered Mexican technology resellers, dealers, and IT solution providers, who must complete credentialing (RFC, SAT fiscal certificate, minimum 50% technology commerce activity) before accessing pricing and availability.

The underlying technology stack is an e-commerce wholesale platform with integrated inventory management, an API layer (CT Connect) that exposes 15,000 products to external reseller storefronts, electronic software delivery (ESD) for digital license distribution (Microsoft, Kaspersky, ESET, Norton, Bitdefender), and supporting infrastructure for cloud services (CT Cloud). Revenue is generated through three streams: wholesale product margin on hardware and electronics (the dominant revenue stream), one-time digital software license sales via ESD, and value-added professional services including Partner CT (e-commerce store enablement for resellers), CT Connect API access, CT Cloud, CT Arrendamiento (equipment leasing), and Docusmart managed print services. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is gated behind customer login.

The go-to-market is a channel-partner motion: CT distributes exclusively to B2B resellers rather than end consumers, supported by dedicated sales executives ('ejecutivo de ventas') who manage accounts and handle CT GO delivery coordination, brand-specific microsites for 25+ major vendors, annual CT Convention events, CT GO partner education webinars, and a mobile application on iOS and Android. Geographic scope is single-country (Mexico); no international operations are signaled. Authorized distribution partnerships span tier-1 vendors (HP, Dell, Lenovo, Cisco, Apple, Microsoft, Samsung, LG) and vertical specialists (Zebra, Honeywell, Dahua, Ubiquiti, TP-Link, Epson, Brother, Corsair, MSI, Aspel, Contpaqi).

Name

CT Internacional

Legal name

CT Internacional del Noroeste S.A. de C.V.

Website

https://ctonline.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

CT Internacional is a privately held B2B wholesale technology distributor in Mexico, distributing 15,000+ products across 200+ brands to registered technology resellers via the ctonline.mx platform and dedicated sales executives.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hermosillo

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Product Sales: B2B wholesale distribution of computer hardware, electronics, networking equipment, and technology solutions. Sells exclusively to registered distributors and resellers. Revenue generated through product margin on sales of physical goods including computers, components, peripherals, networking, printing, and specialized technology solutions.
2. Electronic Software Delivery (ESD): Digital distribution of software licenses including Microsoft products, Kaspersky, ESET, Norton, Bitdefender, and business applications. Delivered electronically with license keys sent digitally.
3. Partner Services: Value-added services including Partner CT (e-commerce platform creation), CT Connect API integration (15,000 products), CT Arrendamiento (equipment leasing), and Docusmart managed print services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CT Internacional is a B2B wholesale distributor of computer hardware, electronics, networking equipment, and technology solutions, selling exclusively to registered technology resellers, dealers, and IT solution providers in Mexico. The platform offers 15,000+ products from 200+ brands with electronic software delivery, cloud services procurement, equipment leasing, managed print services, and API-based inventory integration for partner e-commerce stores.

Product overview

CT Online.mx is a wholesale technology distributor operating as CT Internacional del Noroeste S.A. de C.V., based in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. The company offers a comprehensive B2B platform with over 15,000 technology products across multiple categories including hardware components, computers, networking equipment, consumer electronics, power management, gaming, printing solutions, point-of-sale systems, smart home devices, software licenses (ESD), security systems, servers, communications equipment, and video surveillance. The platform also includes value-added services: Partner CT for creating e-commerce stores, CT Connect for inventory API integration, CT Cloud for cloud service management, CT Arrendamiento for equipment leasing, and Docusmart for managed print services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Partner CT: E-commerce platform enabling distributors to create their own online store with CT's inventory
• CT Connect
• CT Arrendamiento
• CT Cloud
• Docusmart
• CT Distribuidores

Products and services

• Hardware & Components Distribution Wholesale distribution of hardware components and cables to registered technology resellers. Includes HDMI/USB/DisplayPort/VGA/DVI/KVM/Serial/coaxial cables, computer components (monitors, keyboards, mice, cases, motherboards, processors, RAM, SSDs, cooling, power supplies), graphics cards, sound cards, and assembly accessories.
• Computers Distribution Wholesale distribution of desktop computers, laptops, Apple products (MacBook, iMac, iPad), tablets, All-in-One PCs, mini PCs, workstations (mobile and desktop), and portable storage devices to registered technology resellers.
• Connectivity & Networking Distribution Wholesale distribution of networking equipment including switches, routers, access points, network adapters, antennas, PoE injectors, transceivers, media converters, firewalls, and structured cabling solutions (cables, racks, fiber optics, jacks, wall plates) to registered technology resellers.
• Electronics Distribution Wholesale distribution of consumer electronics including televisions, cellular phones, projectors, smartwatches, streaming devices, gaming consoles, cameras, microphones, speakers, home theaters, drones, and photography equipment to registered technology resellers.
• Power & Energy Distribution Wholesale distribution of power management solutions including UPS systems, voltage regulators, power strips, solar inverters, photovoltaic panels, suppressors, PDUs, transformers, batteries, power banks, and charging stations to registered technology resellers.
• Gaming Products Distribution Wholesale distribution of gaming products including gaming laptops, desktops, monitors, accessories, and branded gaming equipment from MSI, ASUS ROG, Corsair, XPG, Predator, XZEAL, YEYIAN, Naceb Gaming, and Cooler Master to registered technology resellers.
• Printing & Imaging Distribution Wholesale distribution of printing solutions including printers, multifunctionals, plotters, scanners, copiers, and consumables (toners, cartridges, ink, ribbons, drums, fusers) along with maintenance accessories to registered technology resellers.
• Point of Sale (POS) Distribution Wholesale distribution of POS equipment including barcode scanners, portable terminals, tablets, PVC card printers, cash drawers, receipt printers, monitors, digital signature pads, interactive robots, kiosks, and POS accessories to registered technology resellers.
• Software & ESD Licenses Distribution Wholesale distribution of digital software licenses including Microsoft products (Windows, Office, Microsoft 365), antivirus software (Kaspersky, ESET, Norton, Bitdefender), point of sale software, and business administration applications (Aspel, Contpaqi, Soft Restaurant) via electronic software delivery to registered technology resellers.
• Servers & Data Center Distribution Wholesale distribution of server solutions including rack and tower servers from Lenovo, NAS storage, server operating systems, and accessories (processors, SSDs, hard drives, RAM, power supplies, optical drives) to registered technology resellers.
• Video Surveillance Distribution Wholesale distribution of complete video surveillance systems including analog and IP cameras (bullet, dome, PTZ, turret, hidden, WiFi), camera kits, DVR/NVR/XVR recorders, monitors, power supplies, cables, connectors, video doorbells, and dash cams to registered technology resellers.
• Partner CT E-commerce platform service that enables registered distributors to launch and operate their own online store using CT's inventory of 15,000+ technology products.
• CT Connect API integration service that connects CT's inventory of 15,000+ technology products with the distributor's existing e-commerce storefront.
• CT Cloud Cloud services management platform helping businesses purchase and administer SaaS and IaaS solutions from major cloud providers.
• CT Arrendamiento Financial leasing service that helps customers create investment projections for technology equipment purchases.
• Docusmart Managed Print Services (MPS) providing printing infrastructure without upfront equipment investment or need for technical support staff.
• Smart Home & Appliances Distribution Wholesale distribution of smart home devices and home appliances including air conditioners, microwaves, refrigerators, washing machines, air purifiers, smart locks, cameras, sensors, smart plugs, switches, LED strips, and hub devices to registered technology resellers.
• Smart Security Distribution Wholesale distribution of intelligent security systems including alarm panels, smart locks, access control, temperature detection, sensors, sirens, doorbell cameras, and video surveillance cameras (bullet, dome, PTZ, turret, WiFi) with NVR/DVR/XVR recorders to registered technology resellers.
• Communications Distribution Wholesale distribution of communication equipment including analog phones, digital phones, IP phones, SIP phones, videoconference systems (Poly), PBX switches, and telephony accessories to registered technology resellers.
• Digital Signage Distribution Wholesale distribution of professional display solutions including commercial displays, professional monitors, interactive whiteboards, medical screens, and videowall mounts to registered technology resellers.
• Control Systems Distribution Wholesale distribution of access control and monitoring systems including time clocks, fingerprint readers, and facial recognition devices to registered technology resellers.
• Office & Supplies Distribution Wholesale distribution of office supplies and furniture including paper, pens, markers, notebooks, folders, calculators, cleaning supplies, chairs, and health-related items to registered technology resellers.
• Accessories Distribution Wholesale distribution of general accessories including Apple accessories, laptop bags, cases, docking stations, cooling pads, batteries, screen protectors, tablet cases, USB hubs, and cleaning supplies to registered technology resellers.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of Microsoft products including Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365, Office applications, and enterprise software licenses. Offers ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) for digital license distribution.
• KasperskycoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller of Kaspersky antivirus and security software including Small Office, Endpoint Security, and other business security solutions with electronic delivery.
• ESETcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of ESET antivirus and endpoint security solutions for business and consumer markets with digital software delivery.
• Norton (Gen Digital)coreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller of Norton security products including antivirus, VPN, and identity theft protection solutions.
• BitdefendercoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of Bitdefender security software solutions for businesses and consumers with electronic delivery capability.
• AspelcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of Aspel business management software solutions widely used in Mexican market for accounting, inventory, and business operations.
• ContpaqicoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller of Contpaqi business administration software for Mexican companies including accounting and enterprise resource planning solutions.
• HPcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor brand partnership for HP computers, laptops, printers, and supplies. Features dedicated HP microsite and HP warranty extensions.
• LenovocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Lenovo computers, laptops, tablets, workstations, and servers including ThinkVision monitors and ThinkSystem servers.
• DellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Dell reseller offering desktops, laptops, servers, and Dell warranty extension programs. Features dedicated Dell guarantee/warranty page.
• SamsungcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributes Samsung televisions, monitors, tablets, cellular phones, home appliances, and digital signage products.
• CiscocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Cisco networking equipment distributor including switches, routers, wireless access points, and enterprise networking solutions.
• Zebra TechnologiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Zebra barcode scanners, mobile computers, label printers, and RFID solutions distributor with dedicated microsite.
• HoneywellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Honeywell barcode scanners, point of sale terminals, mobile computers, and safety equipment distributor.
• ManhattancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor Manhattan brand products including cables, adapters, networking, and computer accessories. Multiple Manhattan brand microsites and extensive product catalog.
• TP-LinkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized TP-Link networking products distributor including routers, switches, access points, and smart home devices.
• UbiquiticoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Ubiquiti networking equipment distributor including UniFi wireless, switches, and enterprise WiFi solutions.
• Dahua TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Dahua video surveillance equipment distributor including cameras, NVRs, access control, and security alarm systems.
• EpsoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Epson printer and projector distributor including inkjet printers, multifunctionals, and business projectors.
• BrothercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Brother printer and labeling equipment distributor including laser printers, multifunctionals, and label makers.
• CorsaircoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Corsair gaming products distributor including gaming peripherals, cases, power supplies, and memory.
• MSIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized MSI gaming laptops, motherboards, graphics cards, and gaming peripherals distributor.
• LGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized LG electronics distributor including televisions, monitors, home appliances, and digital signage.
• ApplecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Apple products distributor including MacBooks, iMacs, iPads, iPhones, and Apple accessories.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Arrow Electronics (Enterprise Computing Solutions): Global technology distributor with a sizable enterprise computing solutions business distributing servers, storage, networking, and software. Comparable in catalog depth and vendor relationships, though Arrow operates at much larger scale and across a broader electronics portfolio than CT.
• ALSO Group: European-headquartered IT distribution group with operations across multiple regions. Comparable business model of broad-line IT distribution plus value-added services (cloud marketplace, logistics, financing) for resellers, though primary focus is Europe rather than Mexico.
• TD SYNNEX: Global IT distributor formed from the merger of Tech Data and SYNNEX, with strong presence in Latin America. Offers comparable IT hardware, software, and services distribution with similar vendor relationships (HP, Lenovo, Cisco, Microsoft) and a growing portfolio of high-margin services.
• Ingram Micro: World's largest IT wholesale distributor with extensive operations across Latin America including Mexico. Comparable product breadth, vendor authorizations, and value-added services (logistics, credit, cloud marketplace). Competes in the same channel but at vastly larger scale and with broader geographic reach.
• ScanSource: US-headquartered value-added distributor of specialty technology solutions including networking, communications, POS, and physical security — categories that overlap heavily with CT's POS, video surveillance, and communications product lines. Similar reseller-channel model with vendor partnerships in networking and security.

Direct peers

• Intcomex: Pan-Latin American B2B wholesale distributor of IT products, software, and technology solutions headquartered in Miami with deep operations across Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Most directly comparable to CT given overlapping geography, similar reseller-focused go-to-market, and comparable IT/electronics product mix.
• Grupo CVA (CVA Mayorista): Mexican wholesale IT distributor serving registered resellers across Mexico with a broad catalog of technology products. The most direct local competitor to CT Internacional — same geography, same reseller customer base, same product categories, same authorized-distributor relationships.
• D&H Distributing: US-based broad-line IT distributor serving resellers with comparable product categories (PCs, components, networking, POS, software) and a similar value-added reseller-enablement model. Differentiated geography but highly aligned operating model and customer segment.
• Exclusive Networks: Global cybersecurity specialist distributor with strong presence across Latin America. Comparable business model of focused IT category distribution plus value-added services for resellers, particularly relevant to CT's Kaspersky/ESET/Norton/Bitdefender cybersecurity portfolio.
• Westcon-Comstor: Global value-added distributor specializing in networking, cybersecurity, communications, and data center products. Highly comparable to CT's networking and security product categories (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.) and operates through a similar channel-partner enablement model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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