5 steps to boosting your business
Much more than a one-stop shop for office supplies, Officeworks can tailor a solution to the exact needs of your SME.
Growing a business takes vision, mountains of hard work, a committed team and support – lots of it. One of the secrets of success for thousands of growing businesses across Australia is their partnership with Officeworks. Well known as the first stop for office supplies, Officeworks also offers a range of lesser-known but equally useful products and services to help make running a business as smooth as possible so you have more time to commit to the things that really matter – like growth. Because there’s no such thing as one-sizefits-all when it comes to building a business, a dedicated Officeworks business specialist can work closely with you to tailor everything from office fit-outs and ergonomic furniture choices to business technology and promotional material to suit your company’s specific needs. One such specialist, Third Gonzales (above right), explains how he assists SMEs to supercharge their day-to- day operations.
Put a real focus on employee wellness
A business’s greatest asset is its people, whether the team is made up of 20 people or 20,000; when employers invest in their employees’ wellbeing, they’ll be rewarded with discretionary effort. Officeworks can ensure your office is a place people want to be, offering everything from long-warranty commercial-grade furniture, including AFRDI-certified ergonomic chairs and sit-stand desks, through to catering and kitchen supplies. “Our experts work with you on office layouts and fit-outs to create agile workspaces for optimal efficiency and employee wellbeing,” says Gonzales. “And our Prepaid Business Services offer little things that go that extra mile, like a fruitbox delivery service and an array of SME-focused training solutions like first aid and fire safety.”
Keep your eye on the bottom line
As a business grows, it’s crucial that expenses don’t blow out. A 30 Day Business Account allows you to purchase your goods at Officeworks using a line of credit, to buy now and pay 30 days from invoice. Not only does this mean you can keep your business spending separate to your personal shopping, you can see all your orders on a single monthly invoice for transparency and convenience. “Plus, you can have multiple cards on one account so it’s easy to consolidate, monitor and keep track of your purchases online or in-store,” adds Gonzales. “You’re always in control of what’s being spent on stationery, cleaning, kitchen, catering, safety and first-aid supplies.”
Get what you need, when you need it
Fast access to the tools you need – whether it’s pens, paper or furniture – is key to the smooth running of any business. With more than 165 retail outlets and more than 35,000 available products, order fulfilment is rapid and flexible when you’re an Officeworks customer. You can order online and choose to click and collect within two hours, saving you valuable time in-store. Stores open early and close late so you can pop in before you start for the day or on your way home: there’s no need to rush. Or have your order delivered.
Consider subscription tech
Subscription-based goods and services can enable your business to acquire sophisticated and enterprise-grade technology, such as Cloud communications and VoIP phone systems, at a more affordable cost. The result? You’re better able to keep up with your larger competitors. Officeworks’ new Bundle-IT service allows businesses to take care of all IT needs for a fixed monthly fee with a range of support, software and hardware bundles, as well as Managed Print Services. “Managed print services streamline hard-copy production, with Officeworks handling all printer maintenance and consumable replenishment, freeing you to focus on the bigger picture of your business,” says Gonzales.
Engage premium support
Your business is your baby so make sure it’s in the best possible hands. Officeworks’ national network of knowledgeable business specialists ensures you always receive advice and solutions that match your current and future business needs. Specialists and category experts work one-on-one with thousands of businesses across Australia, taking the time to understand every detail of how a business runs before making suggestions on how to make it the most efficient it possibly can be. “Where they operate, what they do, what employees do, what chairs and desks they need, what binders are used, how many rings the binder needs… it’s that level of understanding,” says Gonzalez, “that underpins the perfect business solution.”