Supporting members across the workplace supplies industry

BOSS is the trade association for the workplace supplies industry. We support, connect and represent organisations across the sector.

Networking & recognition
Build relationships and celebrate excellence across the industry.
Expert business support
Guidance, resources and advice to help your organisation thrive.
Training & development
Upskill your team with practical industry‑leading training programmes.
Industry thought leadership
Insight, research and direction for the workplace supplies sector.
NextGen
We support emerging talent, develop future leaders and empower the next generation shaping our industry

The workplace is everywhere

BOSS represents a diverse community of members spanning the entire distribution chain - from agile independent retailers to major manufacturers.
BOSS supports:
Here is what that looks like in practice:
Our Purpose
We support, connect and champion the entire workplace supplies industry.
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The workplace
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Our membership reflects a broad and diverse industry.
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Latest News

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16 Jul 2026

BOSS/GfK Panelmarket - Summary for June 2026

The June update for the GfK/BOSS Panelmarket report is now available. GfK track and audit 36 product categories in the Office & Stationery sector and produces time comparable data for Sales Value, Sales Units/Packs and Sales Pieces - as well as calculating an average pack price and sales price.

Industry News
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13 Jul 2026

The BOSS Federation is proud to announce new LOTF Committee Co-Chairs

The BOSS Federation is pleased to announce the appointment of Steph Halstead, Head of Data & Marketing at Dynamic Office Solutions and Callum North, Business Development Manager at BLOC Group, as the new Co-Chairs of the Leaders of the Future (LOTF) Committee. They will replace James Day, Managing Director at Durable and Amy Remmer, Account Director at VOW Wholesale.

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Upcoming Events

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Free
16 July 2026

Join the Conversation - Fair Work Agency

Want to stay ahead of employment law changes and understand your responsibilities - Register for this Fair Work Agency (FWA) webinar today!

Webinar Virtual
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Member Only
22 July 2026

BOSS People & Culture Forum

Due to employment law reforms BOSS are creating a special interest group of People & Culture/ HR Leads in the Business Supplies Sector to share best practice and understand upcoming legislation.

Forum Meeting Teams
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Free
23 September 2026

Join the Conversation - Health Surveillance

Want to protect your workforce, meet legal obligations and create a safer working environment - Register for our partner BPIF's Health Surveillance webinar today!

Webinar Virtual
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Member Only
23 September 2026

BOSS Manufacturers' Forum

The forum provides an opportunity for manufacturers within the business supplies industry to highlight and discuss challenges and topical issues.

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Member Only
30 September 2026

BOSS Dealer Group Forum

The forum exists to highlight issues that affect dealers operating within the business supplies industry and provide a conduit where these issues can be fed back to the wider industry or taken to government.

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Latest Webinars

Members only
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14 May 2026

Sustainability Panel - Carbon Reduction. Quick Wins?

In an industry where every product, process and delivery choice carries a carbon cost, there is a constant pressure to act. Carbon Reduction: Quick Wins brings together leading sustainability voices from across the business supplies sector to discuss what really works.

This panel will spotlight the practical, high‑impact actions organisations can take right now to reduce emissions without waiting for long‑term transformations or major capital investment. From smarter procurement and low‑carbon logistics to behaviour change and supplier engagement, our speakers will share the strategies delivering measurable results for them today.

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