Buying guidelines
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There are a huge number of firms selling office furniture, with an estimated 110 office furniture makers and some 3,000 dealers in the UK. A survey from Business and Research Associates shows that dealers/contractors account for 58% of the UK office furniture market, followed by direct sales with 33% and mail order accounting for 9%. An office furniture buyer's checklist is presented.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1999
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Distance buying
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Consumers can purchase goods and services from a distance through a number of channels. Direct sellers trade via the Internet worldwide communications network, hardcopy advertising and other advertising mediums. Consumers can pay via postal order, cheque, credit card account or cash. It is advisable to be aware of consumer rights before purchases are made.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1998
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Buying a stake in your employees' future
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The UK government's stakeholder pension scheme is aimed at encouraging people who earn around 10,000 pounds sterling a year to save for their retirement. All companies employing more than four people will have to offer a facility to pay directly into a stakeholder pension scheme from the payroll.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 2001
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