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17 February 2012

Celebrating 15 Years of Integra

INTEGRA CELEBRATING 15 YEARS We are delighted to announce that this year we celebrate 15 years of business. We are proud to say that 15 years on we still have an incredibly strong position within the industry as the leading dealer group in the UK and proud to have you as one of our members. To thank you for your support of Integra ov... Read More
04 October 2011

How to increase or protect your credit limit

How to increase or protect your credit limit File your statutory accounts on time Credit reference agencies and supplier credit control departments are sensitive to the issue of overdue accounts - one of the main causes of credit limit reduction or cancellation. Do not neglect the importance of your financial statements. Your pub... Read More
05 September 2011

Why is branding so important...

Why is branding so important to your customers? If you'd like your customers to know that your company keeps up with the latest technology and is in touch with today's world, an outdated brand can do more harm than good. The only exceptions to this rule are industry-leading brands that have a long established familiarity, but even they... Read More
13 June 2011

The Integra 4 Sky Dive

So, we did it! After 6 months of planning, worrying, absolute freak outs & 'You will be fines' our day finally arrived! Saturday 4th June was a beautiful day (no chance of it being rained off!) and we all made our way to the Swansea Sky Dive centre for our 12:30 appointment. Whilst 3 of us managed to make it on time, Mrs Haskell tur... Read More
20 May 2011

Cheque Guarantee Cards to be Abolished

Are we ready to edge out the cheque? As you may or may not be aware from the 30th June 2011 cheque guarantee cards are to be withdrawn from use. The reasoning behind the decision is that the use of guaranteed cheques is in rapid decline. We have sourced some answers to the most commonly asked questions below: Will I get a new card... Read More
13 May 2011

SME Engagement Programme

The Supply National SME Engagement Programme is a centralised resource set up for start-up and small businesses to provide FREE insight into the public sector procurement process. It will help and prepare you to become ready to tender, providing access to relevant public sector contract opportunities and information on the latest events, ... Read More
05 May 2011

IDS League 2011

Calling all dealers! Apply now for top dealer, web dealer and green dealer awards Entry for the 2011 Dealer Support Independent Dealer Success (IDS) League is now open. The IDS League is an industry benchmark of dealer success based on set criteria including financial and operational figures. This year, online application has been in... Read More
05 May 2011

Important PAYE Deadline Dates

Please ensure you are aware of the following deadline dates for PAYE. 19th May Deadline Employer Annual Return is due by this date. P35 and P14's must be filed online by all businesses that have had to maintain a P11 for one or more employees. For detailed information please click on this link. http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/p... Read More
14 April 2011

Pencils at dawn!

Check out this BBC News article about "Pencil Rivalry" between suppliers! The ancient city of Nuremberg, steeped in medieval and Nazi history, is home to a cluster of fiercely competitive pen and pencil manufacturers whose survival is driven by innovation. Staedtler and Faber-Castell are both part of the Mittelstand, the backbone of... Read More
11 April 2011

Administrative Professionals Week

Administrative Professionals Week is April 24-30 with Administrative Professionals Day on Wednesday, April 27. Over the years, Administrative Professionals Week has become one of the largest workplace observances. The event is celebrated worldwide through community events, social gatherings, and individual corporate activities recogniz... Read More