Five ways to bring sustainability and social value to your supply chain
Recently, it feels as though world has woken up to an urgent need to be greener, with businesses and individuals from all walks of life seeking changes they can make to become more sustainable for the good of the planet — and its future inhabitants. And, as this target gains more momentum, so too does pressure from investors, shareholders, customers, and colleagues, for companies to push the sustainability agenda within their own supply chains — boosting the environmental, social, and economic performance throughout the entire lifecycle. While incorporating sustainability into your procurement process may feel like a challenging feat, failure […]
Streamlining operations: the benefits of single source suppliers in the finance and banking sector
In the fast-paced sector of finance and banking, efficiency and reliability are key, with every aspect of operations, no matter how seemingly minor, contributing to overall success. One often overlooked but critical aspect is the procurement of supplies and services. From stationery and janitorial to money bags and printed customer forms, all items are essential for the smooth running of a Finance and Banking organistaion. This is where the concept of single source suppliers comes in, a strategy that offers a multitude of benefits. Benefits of single source suppliers: Streamlined procurement processes: By consolidating suppliers, finance and banking institutions can […]
Talking ESG: How can technology help us improve ESG reporting for the supply chain?
We’re back with the second blog post in our ‘Talking ESG’ series. This time, we’re discussing the power of AI and supply chain collaboration for better ESG outcomes with our Responsible Business Manager, Debbie Wall.
Top 5 Workplace Trends for 2024
2023 was a year of substantial changes for the workplace, and 2024 seems set for much of the same – if not more!
Office Depot Achieves Milestone: 1 million Product Skus Successfully Integrated into Online Procurement Platform, SmartPad.
Strategic business supplies specialist Office Depot has strengthened its next generation procurement tool, as they announce the successful addition of 1 million products to their innovative online procurement platform, SmartPad.
OT Group receives new ISO 45001 certification and ISO 27001 renewal
OT Group has secured an ISO 45001 accreditation in recognition of its occupational health and safety management systems, alongside a renewal of an information security management certification, with a new ISO27001:2013 accreditation.
Office Depot and Dams Furniture Join Forces to Transform Workspace Solutions
Dams Furniture has extended their strategic partnership with Office Depot in the UK & Ireland to exclusively offer an additional 9,000 products to their fast-growing customer base.
Talking ESG: How is Office Depot navigating the Scope 3 Carbon reporting challenge?
In our new blog series, ‘Talking ESG’, we’ll be tackling key questions and areas of interest in Environmental, Social & Governance topics.
Development of Office Depot Europe marked with Strategic Alliance Between Office Depot France and Office Depot UK & Ireland
London, 10th January 2024 - Today Office Depot UK & Ireland announced its strategic alliance with Office Depot France.
OT Group marks launch of new contract brand with new logistics partnership and customer self-serve solution
Following OT Group’s announcement to rebrand its contract division to Office Depot from 1st December 2023, the Group is taking significant strides in enhancing customer experience with the announcement of a strategic partnership with Global parcel delivery leader DPD and the launch of a new customer Self-Service solution.
CASE STUDY: National Trust and Office Depot partnership
Our dedicated Account Management teams have been supporting National Trust for over 5 years now, working closely with their Procurement Team based at Swindon HQ, aligning with their Green Agenda both at a strategic and an operational level, such is the strength of our partnership with them.
OT Group Unveils Rebrand of Contract Division Following the Acquisition of the Office Depot Brand in the UK & Ireland
Leading business supplies and services specialist OT Group, announced its strategic rebranding of its UK & Ireland contract division to Office Depot. This move follows their acquisition of the Office Depot brand in the UK and Ireland and aims to simplify and elevate the customer experience across all touchpoints.
