Executive Briefing

  • Study shows benefits of using local dealers

    The cause of independent office dealers received a boost recently when a study carried out in Arizona concluded that three times as much money stays in the local economy with contracts serviced by local office suppliers compared to those handled by the national chains.
    02 - May - 2008

  • A matter of time

    When Staples recently confirmed its commitment to the pursuit of Corporate Express (CE), it boldly announced: 'Staples Confirms Its Intention to Acquire Corporate Express for Euro7.25 Per Ordinary Share' on its news release.
    28 - March - 2008

  • Ventress keeps mum on Staples rumours

    Corporate Express CEO Peter Ventress refused to take questions on the recent Staples takeover rumours at this morning's press and analyst meetings in Amsterdam.
    08 - February - 2008

  • Change of plan for Paperworld Frankfurt

    With Paperworld China just around the corner, preparations are already in full swing for the biggest office products, paper and stationery fair in the world, Paperworld Frankfurt.......
    18 - October - 2007

  • Pelikan ME unveils Total Office Solutions

    Pelikan ME has unveiled Total Office Solutions (TOS). The company's latest strategic initiative, aims to increase the company's.....
    18 - October - 2007

  • Tipp-Ex thriving alongside technology

    Retailers may be surprised to know that in this age of home and office technology, the correction products market remains....
    18 - October - 2007

  • US small business still under pressure

    A recent press conference held by the US federal government's embattled Small Business Administration (SBA) has done little to silence its detractors....
    18 - October - 2007

  • No end to CE slump

    This month's reshuffle at Corporate Express (CE) has done little to revive the company's flagging share value. Despite the departure of Frans Koffrie..........
    18 - October - 2007

  • The future of eco-stores explained

    Two of the big box chains announced last month they are to build new age eco-stores in accordance with......
    18 - October - 2007

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