How to Report to Dun & Bradstreet
Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), based in Short Hills, N.J., provides credit information and other insight on businesses and corporations. It is best known for its D-U-N-S number--a unique identification number that identifies businesses. Some global industries and government entities will not do business with a company that does not have a D-U-N-S number.
The D-U-N-S number provides information such as the name of the business, mailing address, type of business, names of those in leadership, financial data, payment information, industry classes, socio-economic status, and government data. In order to update your information with Dun & Bradstreet, you'll need to follow these specific steps:
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Instructions
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Gather all of your business information, including your tax identification number, address, and other data. Make sure this data remains easily accessible during the D-U-N-S application process.
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Go to the Dun & Bradstreet website and enter the name of your business, the city and state. Then choose "Next." You will need your business tax identification number or EIN when you apply, as well as the number of employees, revenue information, type of business, address, and other pertinent information. Your business should receive its D-U-N-S number by e-mail within 30 days of applying. Getting a D-U-N-S number by phone is generally faster, but you may be asked for payment by one of the sales representatives. You do not need to pay to receive a D-U-N-S number. Repeat this step for each business location that your company maintains.
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Return to the D&B website once you receive your D-U-N-S number to access your account and update your profile. Once you update your information, D&B will attach credit information to your account within one business day. Keep in mind that some information, such as that of public record--like liens or judgments--are not available for update by a business owner. Customer service may update the information for you by calling (888) 814-1435. While reporting updates to D&B, including financial information, you should go to your "About Your Operations" section to fill out the fields about your revenue and assets.
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Tips & Warnings
Other companies cannot view your business information. Only companies that have access to your D-U-N-S number and password can access your business information. You can purchase a D&B report about another company through the product section.
Government agencies and companies cannot update their account if they have closed.
