Stephen McPartland MP pays us a visit at the Herts EXPO13 at Knebworth earlier this week.
Thursday, 21 November 2013
Wednesday, 20 November 2013
EML Retail Display took a stand at the Hertfordshire EXPO at Knebworth Barns yesterday. This is an exhibition for local businesses of all types so buyers and sellers alike. What is unique is that it is run by, attended by and visited by all business people within the county of Hertfordshire and is the largest exhibition of its' type in the UK. It was very busy and lots of interest shown in our company and the products we have on offer.The guest speaker Dave Fishwick (Bank of Dave TV entrepreneur) and the local Stevenage MP Stephen McPartland also created an air of importance at the event.
Wednesday, 6 November 2013
Christmas is coming - don't fight it!
We see today the release of the latest M&S christmas advert which for us always signals the beginning of the season.
M&S have the decency to wait until November before releasing this unlike other retailers who seem intent on hitting the airways in August or September to bring forward the spend.
As with most retailers Christmas can be make or break the profits and i note with interest that M&S released figures this week only turning in £260 million pounds profit, last year it was £280 million pounds profit.
two things occur to me here, firstly for any company to make a profit of any sort in this global economic crisis should be celebrated, secondly the management at M&S are actively investing in many new projects and store refurbishments allowing many other companies to survive and in some cases thrive as a result.
Now Primark is flying away with record sales, however history tells us this is a good time for discount retailers and as soon as the green shoots begin to re emerge their sales will level or reduce. It also has to be said that aggression of companies like Primark leave very little space for ethical trading which is a short term view in anyones book!
M&S have the decency to wait until November before releasing this unlike other retailers who seem intent on hitting the airways in August or September to bring forward the spend.
As with most retailers Christmas can be make or break the profits and i note with interest that M&S released figures this week only turning in £260 million pounds profit, last year it was £280 million pounds profit.
two things occur to me here, firstly for any company to make a profit of any sort in this global economic crisis should be celebrated, secondly the management at M&S are actively investing in many new projects and store refurbishments allowing many other companies to survive and in some cases thrive as a result.
Now Primark is flying away with record sales, however history tells us this is a good time for discount retailers and as soon as the green shoots begin to re emerge their sales will level or reduce. It also has to be said that aggression of companies like Primark leave very little space for ethical trading which is a short term view in anyones book!
Monday, 23 September 2013
Gift Card Display Solutions
Christmas is the busiest time for Gift Card purchases and here at EML Retail Display we have a display solution to suit all retail environments.
Give us a call for more information.
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Friday, 23 August 2013
Bank Holiday rambling
As we approach the end of the summer and the rugby season beckons forth our thoughts in retail display look towards the pre seasonal peak getting our clients ready for christmas.
as avid supporters of independent retail we are considering offering free display advice to ensure that boutiques all over the country are prepared for the forthcoming peak season when many stores make the profit to see them through the tougher times in the retail calendar
Is this a good idea?
the truth is I don't know if anyone would appreciate it or even use the service
Any feedback would be helpful
as avid supporters of independent retail we are considering offering free display advice to ensure that boutiques all over the country are prepared for the forthcoming peak season when many stores make the profit to see them through the tougher times in the retail calendar
Is this a good idea?
the truth is I don't know if anyone would appreciate it or even use the service
Any feedback would be helpful
Tuesday, 13 August 2013
Show and Sell – Its not a dark art!
Show and
Sell – Its not a dark art!
Having worked in
retail display for over 20 years it never ceases to amaze me how retailers
present products and services, I am not just talking here about independents
some corporates place little or no value on display and visual merchandising.
As a retailer I
implore you to look at your store as a buyer walking in fresh from the high
street, what do they see? Is it a clearly defined offer, do you have high level
display to draw your customers further into your store to look at higher margin
product? Is your product facing the customer ready for them to easily touch and
feel? You can then “show and Sell”
All of these
things are basics that each of us like when we shop and it is important we look
at our own housekeeping to make sure we maximize the buying experience of each
of our customers which will in turn maximize their spend and maximize your
profits!
Don’t get me
wrong you have to keep your display relevant to the product or service you are
selling, to attract the buyers and customers you want, if you have a discount
store and you are selling on the lowest price proposition then there is no
commercial reason to display these items on “Gucci” display stands it will
switch customers off.
Decide on your
proposition and work to it, create the atmosphere for your customers that they
expect.
Make the buying
experience good for them and a happy time they will come back and tell their
friends to come to you!
Monday, 12 August 2013
Holiday Blog
AS the holiday season is now fully in the swing and we have returned from our Staycation in the UK this year its nice to see the London streets buzzing with the tourist trade and hopefully retail are selling through all the stock for the Autumn winter collections now out in the stores.
This business we call "POP" tends to take us a season out of kilter each time, here we are enjoying some good summer weather and all we are doing is looking at delivering displays for the peak trade of Christmas starting end of september running through to January!
We ensure we have stock levels available for all main line products for call off and continue building the designs for the bespoke manufactured displays.......it really is a balancing act of trade which is affected by the climate!
more ramblings to follow.......................
www.emlexpress.com
This business we call "POP" tends to take us a season out of kilter each time, here we are enjoying some good summer weather and all we are doing is looking at delivering displays for the peak trade of Christmas starting end of september running through to January!
We ensure we have stock levels available for all main line products for call off and continue building the designs for the bespoke manufactured displays.......it really is a balancing act of trade which is affected by the climate!
more ramblings to follow.......................
www.emlexpress.com
Friday, 19 July 2013
EML is 30 years in total making it a double celebration
No Mean feat in this world lasting this long and getting better every year!
Thursday, 18 July 2013
Its Summer - Enjoy! - But shorts on men in offices?
Hello from a hot Letchworth Garden City where the EML head office and warehouses reside.
The question in the offices today is can men wear shorts in the office on days like today when the mercury pushes 30!
arguments have ranged from ladies allowed to wear short skirts to what about if a scotsman wears a kilt!
The truth of the matter is surely if its comfortable and smart and what our customers expect to see then its not an issue!
discuss................................
www.emlexpress.com
The question in the offices today is can men wear shorts in the office on days like today when the mercury pushes 30!
arguments have ranged from ladies allowed to wear short skirts to what about if a scotsman wears a kilt!
The truth of the matter is surely if its comfortable and smart and what our customers expect to see then its not an issue!
discuss................................
www.emlexpress.com
Tuesday, 16 July 2013
Marketing Detritus - a cheap solution to a messy problem
It seems to me that wherever you go there are brochures leaflets and pamphlets clogging up till areas and desks and counters, thats just the ones that don't get posted through our letter boxes on a daily basis.
It comes as no surprise that the solution to this problem is available at www.emlexpress.com here we sell all range of leaflet dispensers and brochure holders which provide a flexible solution to displaying the marketing material.
Its no surprise that well presented brochures and leaflets get a higher uptake from the public and its costs next to nothing to do this properly using the apollo range of dispensers from EML Express.
So why not have a look at how we can help you, for less than £10 you can find a solution to your display of leaflets or brochures.
www.emlexpress.com
It comes as no surprise that the solution to this problem is available at www.emlexpress.com here we sell all range of leaflet dispensers and brochure holders which provide a flexible solution to displaying the marketing material.
Its no surprise that well presented brochures and leaflets get a higher uptake from the public and its costs next to nothing to do this properly using the apollo range of dispensers from EML Express.
So why not have a look at how we can help you, for less than £10 you can find a solution to your display of leaflets or brochures.
www.emlexpress.com
Monday, 15 July 2013
Sunny Monday
Good morning from Sunny Hertfordshire!
This week EML Express launch its very own "price promise" you can log onto our website with absolute confidence that whatever you are buying, if you find it cheaper within 10 days for the same item we will refund the difference
This is something which no other website retail display company offers, why can we do this........simple its because we manufacture our own products and control our own costs, others simply buy in brochure holders, dump bins and pick and Mix displays to re sell!
Keep an eye out its going to be a great journey as we strive to corner the market in retail display over the internet!
a big statement but thats how positive we are about this!
www.emlexpress.com
This week EML Express launch its very own "price promise" you can log onto our website with absolute confidence that whatever you are buying, if you find it cheaper within 10 days for the same item we will refund the difference
This is something which no other website retail display company offers, why can we do this........simple its because we manufacture our own products and control our own costs, others simply buy in brochure holders, dump bins and pick and Mix displays to re sell!
Keep an eye out its going to be a great journey as we strive to corner the market in retail display over the internet!
a big statement but thats how positive we are about this!
www.emlexpress.com
Thursday, 11 July 2013
Sunshine In the Paddington Basin - gets you thinking
Sitting here at M&S's head office gets me thinking about how big businesses operate and how they keep costs controlled and people motivated
In a business the size of EML Express its easy we have a close knit team providing the best in customer service for all your display needs and as it grows we see this as a core value to hold onto!
EML Express know what they are good at and do it well, there are no fancy sales gimmicks or tricks, its all about quality products at the best price and most importantly the best service.
Retail display solutions is our core business and we can work on anything from 1 leaflet dispenser to a full display solution for your whole shop/shops its what we do!
If the likes of the big boys use us for their requirements then I see this as the best reference as there has to be a huge trust on the supply base and people to do the right honest thing however small to ensure the big picture is protected !
www.emlexpress.com
www.emlltd.com
In a business the size of EML Express its easy we have a close knit team providing the best in customer service for all your display needs and as it grows we see this as a core value to hold onto!
EML Express know what they are good at and do it well, there are no fancy sales gimmicks or tricks, its all about quality products at the best price and most importantly the best service.
Retail display solutions is our core business and we can work on anything from 1 leaflet dispenser to a full display solution for your whole shop/shops its what we do!
If the likes of the big boys use us for their requirements then I see this as the best reference as there has to be a huge trust on the supply base and people to do the right honest thing however small to ensure the big picture is protected !
www.emlexpress.com
www.emlltd.com
musings of a Thursday
It occurs to me this morning that with civil unrest and economic slow down being reported around the world that it is very easy to get caught up in negativity and the day to day things we have to do which we dont enjoy doing
we fail to focus on the things we enjoy and celebrate the successes we achieve on a day to day basis
Wednesday was a day of success for EML, we successfully completed a roll out of our Dump Bin known as probin into Halfords stores throughout the UK, this is big our products are being used and showcased in every one of halfords stores, the probin was chosen against a range of other products available on the market, some cheaper but not as good, some more expensive but the probin ticked every box that the client was looking for.
On top of this Staples ordered a tranche of display hooks, 50,000 in fact which is a great order and one that really helps our order book this month, display hooks, clip strips, leaflet holders are all core products for eml express and its great to know that our team are out there selling these items and solving big name retailers display problems.......thats what success is all about, sometimes the road can be bumpy but the end product is exactly what is required and is a positive experience, we must take time to celebrate this and the hard work the team put into getting there!
so thats todays ramblings based on positivity and celebration of the things we do well
we fail to focus on the things we enjoy and celebrate the successes we achieve on a day to day basis
Wednesday was a day of success for EML, we successfully completed a roll out of our Dump Bin known as probin into Halfords stores throughout the UK, this is big our products are being used and showcased in every one of halfords stores, the probin was chosen against a range of other products available on the market, some cheaper but not as good, some more expensive but the probin ticked every box that the client was looking for.
On top of this Staples ordered a tranche of display hooks, 50,000 in fact which is a great order and one that really helps our order book this month, display hooks, clip strips, leaflet holders are all core products for eml express and its great to know that our team are out there selling these items and solving big name retailers display problems.......thats what success is all about, sometimes the road can be bumpy but the end product is exactly what is required and is a positive experience, we must take time to celebrate this and the hard work the team put into getting there!
so thats todays ramblings based on positivity and celebration of the things we do well
Wednesday, 10 July 2013
EML RETAIL DISPLAY PARTNERS WITH SITOUR MERCHANDISING
EML RETAIL DISPLAY
PARTNERS WITH SITOUR MERCHANDISING
Partnership with
leading European supplier doubles EML’s shelf management product range
Letchworth,
UK July 2013 EML Retail Display (part
of the TPS Group of Companies) has partnered with French based Sitour
Merchandising one of the leading European suppliers of shelf management POS
products.
The partnership gives EML exclusive
supply and distribution of Sitour branded products throughout the UK. It
enhances and doubles the depth of range of shelf management POS systems currently
offered by EML.
The focus is on food, pharmacy and CTN
(Confectionery, Tobacco, Newsagents) retail independents.
Mark Adams EML Retail Display Managing
Director commented ‘The partnership
combines 30 years of EML and 45 years of Sitour retail expertise. This more
than doubles EML’s portfolio, giving independent retailers the widest choice at
the most competitive prices in the UK’.
Sitour Manufacturing specialise in all
types of shelf management systems including electronic labelling. They supply
major retail chains throughout Europe offering dedicated country sales teams,
in house design, proactive design workshops supported by integrated
manufacturing and installation services. Sitour develop around 60 new products
per year, many protected by patents.
For further details of EML’s enhanced
Sitour range contact John Champion on 01462 650700
TPS Visual Communications 30k
sq.ft.Letchworth based design and manufacturing facility.
About the TPS Group of Companies and EML Retail Display
TPS Visual
Communications (part of the TPS Group of companies) are one of the UK’s leading
retail and brand display providers with more than 30 years design, print,
manufacturing and installation experience. Their three divisions, visual communication, bespoke point of purchase together
with installation project management combine
to provide a one-stop-shop problem solving solution.TPS are sector leaders with a heritage
of delivering environmentally responsible, innovative solutions for all types
of retail and brand display, supported by great personal service. Utilising cutting edge print and manufacturing
technology TPS can design it, plan it, manufacture and install it direct to
site anywhere in Europe. In 1982
Trade Photographic Services Ltd started out providing large format graphics to
the retail sector. Since then we’ve grown organically through investment,
client relationships and generally punching above our weight. In 2009 TPS bought EML Retail Display,
consolidating its operation at their 30k sq.ft. design and manufacturing
facility in Letchworth. It’s now a state of the art retail and brand display
centre, with a recent production technology investment of £500k. Still privately owned, they continue to offer the very best quality
print, multi material manufacture and retail display design. They utilise a
policy of reduce, reuse, recycle using recyclable materials and processes. In August 2012
TPS created a new company, EML Viscom
PVT Limited, based in Mumbai. It will provide acrylic manufacturing, supply of
the EML product range, sales and services specifically for the Asian market.
·
Rated
amongst Top 5 UK brand display providers
·
30 years experience in brand display
·
At least
50% of revenue derived from customers of more than 3
years
·
Double digit growth in new business wins for last 3 years
·
Typically
we deliver savings of 20% in year one
·
Customers
enjoy a further 5-10% in years 2 & 3
·
£350k average customer account value
·
Average 98.9% SLA across our customer base
·
Group growth of 53% in last 3 years
·
Generated 180 miles of print in 2010
·
2012 £500k production technology investment
·
POPAI Award Winner and FSC Chain of Custody Certified
·
M&S Plan ‘A’ Property Environment Award 2013
·
Forms partnership with Sitour Manufacturing 2013
TPS Group customers include -
Retail – M&S, B&Q, Dorel UK, Aerobed, Muc Off, T-Mobile, Sunglasses
Hut, Hobbycraft, Hancock’s Cash & Carry Confectionery
Automotive –
Toyota, Ford, Nissan
Pharmaceutical –
Bayer, Unilever
Food & Drink –
PepsiCo, McCormick’s Foods, Nestle
Sustainable displays
All our corporate customers here at EML express are working hard to develop a sustainable solution to their display systems
Here at EML we have developed "Eco Pos" its a plastic made from recycled bottles and is fully recyclable at the end of its life.
our full range can be seen at www.emlexpress.com/ecopos
all backed by our price promise guarantee!
www.emlexpress.com/ecopos
Here at EML we have developed "Eco Pos" its a plastic made from recycled bottles and is fully recyclable at the end of its life.
our full range can be seen at www.emlexpress.com/ecopos
all backed by our price promise guarantee!
www.emlexpress.com/ecopos
our first blog about retail display
Here at EML express we are passionate about helping retail and brands make the most of their display in store
For retail and brands its all about the real estate! getting floor space is hard enough the key to success is maximising it
At EML Express we specialise in off the shelf display from Leaflet dispensers, brochure holders, clip strips and probably the best pic and mix units available in the UK today
In July we have launched our "price promise" making sure that you can be 100% confident that what you buy from us will be high quality delivered from stock and cost you no more than any of our UK competitors.
EML is 30 years old this year once again giving our customers confidence that you are buying the best from the best!
www.emlexpress.com
For retail and brands its all about the real estate! getting floor space is hard enough the key to success is maximising it
At EML Express we specialise in off the shelf display from Leaflet dispensers, brochure holders, clip strips and probably the best pic and mix units available in the UK today
In July we have launched our "price promise" making sure that you can be 100% confident that what you buy from us will be high quality delivered from stock and cost you no more than any of our UK competitors.
EML is 30 years old this year once again giving our customers confidence that you are buying the best from the best!
www.emlexpress.com
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