News & Media

BOSS Members' Day will take place at the St Bride Foundation on 12 October 2023, London. This annual event for senior delegates from BOSS member companies is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry colleagues, discuss and debate the key challenges and opportunities for the Business Supplies sector and hear from insightful keynote speakers and prominent industry panellists.

Aylesbury – ACCO UK has partnered with award-winning osteopath Anisha Joshi to promote Leitz’s range of ergonomic workplace solutions.

At this weeks DEFRA Business Readiness Forum the Government announced that they will not take any enforcement action providing data for 2023 under the new EPR data reporting requirements is submitted by 31st May 2024. This is a significant change as Large Producers were originally expected to submit data for the period ending 30th June 2023 by 1st October 2023. Defra would still like companies to submit their data to the original deadlines in order to aid the calculations of the likely cost of EPR although there is no legal obligation to do this until 31st May 2024. Please see the full announcement below. If you require further assistance, please contact the EPR helpline at eprhelp@bpif.org.uk.

The August 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.

We are excited to announce the BOSS team will again be taking part in the Climb of Life 2023, a trek that will take place on 10th November 2023 in the beautiful Lake District. Like many in the industry, we are raising vital funds for cancer research in our support of ICR, and we need your help to make a difference.

Avitor Distribution UK, a leading provider of cutting-edge AV & IT solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Suzanne Tiernan as its new CEO. Suzanne brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the technology and OP industry, having previously served as Head of Sales UK and Ireland at Neomounts.

The July 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.

Dealer group and member co-operative, Office Friendly, have announced the launch of their latest initiative, a unique business grant scheme for its shareholder members. The scheme sees them making funds of up to £100,000 available exclusively for the groups’ shareholder members to utilise for the investment and expansion of their businesses.

Dealer group Nemo Office Club has announced the dates and venues for its two primary networking events for members and suppliers.

Nemo Office Club is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Rhino Stationery, a collaboration that includes Victor Stationery, the notebook manufacturer with a legacy dating back to 1882.

Empowering Print Buyers and Resellers with Data-Driven Pricing Guidance

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.

2023 Highlights

The following have recently received Royal Assent, which may impact your business