Working in partnership with office supplies businesses throughout the years – as well as running our own – has given us some great insights into business best practices; what really works and what doesn’t generate any return. In this blog we wanted to share the 3 key areas that us and our partners focus on … Continue reading 3 ways to increase your take-home income (and how Office Power can help)
Owning your own business can be one of the most rewarding career paths. Flexible working hours, building valuable customer relationships and exercising creativity in branding and promotional tactics are just some of the benefits of being your own boss. For many businesses however, there are drawbacks too, particularly when it comes to taking time away from the … Continue reading Why running your own office supplies business doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your holidays
Our team is very proud to have sponsored this year’s BOSS Charity Golf Day to help raise over £12,000. Overall, 24 teams entered this year’s golf competition, with a number of attendees also enjoying the spa facilities at the Belton Woods in Lincolnshire. The BOSS Business Supplies Charity is the registered charity established to assist people and families who … Continue reading Office Power team supports BOSS Charity Golf Day to help raise £12,000
We’ve been presented with the Stationers’ Certificate of Innovation for the technological enhancements we’ve made to our Customer Relationship Management Platform over the past year. Office Power Innovative technology supports dealers Our CRM platform has been recognised for its innovative features in the past, but the most recent functionalities have revolutionised the way in which dealers can target … Continue reading Office Power Presented with Stationers’ Certificate of Innovation
We’re delighted to announce that been awarded ECMOD Best Exploitation of Technology for the fourth year running. We’ve previously won the award for our pricing tools and CRM platform, and the latest release of our advanced CRM tools – designed to help dealers prioritise and prospect better within their existing customer base, acquire new customers … Continue reading Office Power wins ECMOD Best Exploitation of Technology for fourth year running
There’s a bold saying in business that ‘all change is good’. We might not go that far, but 20 years in the office supplies industry has taught us that change is necessary and can almost always uncover opportunities which can be used to your advantage. Whether changes to your technology, trading or service are needed … Continue reading The Power of Change in the Office Supplies Industry
Our CEO Simon Drakeford has been unanimously elected to be the new BOSS Chairman at their recent board meeting. He will lead the Board in a non-executive and voluntary capacity in addition to his current executive responsibilities at EO Group. Simon will help to develop and guide the strategy and activities of the organisation over … Continue reading CEO Simon Drakeford elected as BOSS Chairman
We’re pleased to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for a prestigious ECMOD Direct Commerce Award. Receiving the award for Best Exploitation of Technology 2019 would make us winners of this category for the fourth year running. Wish us luck! Shortlisted for the Best Exploitation of Technology Our latest CRM Prospect tools have been nominated for … Continue reading Office Power shortlisted for ECMOD Direct Commerce Award
Whether you’re visiting prospective customers, out negotiating with suppliers or attending industry events, there’s plenty of reasons to be out of the office and on the road in the office supplies industry. We’re sharing a few top tips on how to get the most out of your time, improve productivity and decrease stress when you’re … Continue reading 6 Tips for driving success while you’re working on the road
In the office supplies industry, customer service is more than just a function. It’s the living, breathing voice of your company, your animated brand image and ultimately the benchmark by which your company will be judged. If things go well, it can account for lifelong customers, bigger orders and impressive reputation. If they don’t, it … Continue reading How to make your Customer Service team your best asset