New Website Shoots Stationery Prices To Pieces

New Stationery Website Shoots Stationery Prices To Pieces

How can you buy a box of 100 50c stamps for $45.90? By shopping on the web,
says Bruce Hughson of Stationery Online, New Zealand's first cut-price,
web-based stationery supplier.

How can it be done better? It's a question we often ask ourselves, but the
answer isn't always forthcoming. For Hughson, however, it was. "I've been
involved in the stationery buying business for years and I felt it just
wasn't as efficient as it could be," says Hughson. "I wanted to find a way
to be able to buy stationery cheaper, but still make sure it was top
quality and of course, provide top service."

The solution Hughson came up with is Stationery Online,
www.stationeryonline.co.nz a website providing stationery supplies at
everyday low prices for small and medium businesses nationwide. Orders are
placed online, with phone support available (0800 559 339), and delivery
occurs between 24 and 48 hours by courier throughout the country. It's an
exciting new idea, with no equivalent elsewhere in New Zealand.

"We have found that companies are extremely interested in us," says
Hughson. "Already they can see that we provide an opportunity for them to
save money, and in these recessionary times, cutting costs can be the key
to survival for many businesses."

The advantages of shopping online are obvious. The site is available 24/7
and having fewer overheads than a shop means being able to pass on the
savings to customers. Payment is easy too, simply by Visa or Mastercard,
which means that customers can collect reward points when they buy.
Hughson says, "Stationery online has no reps, no printed catalogues and no
debtors ledger. All of these business savings lead to lower everyday
stationery buy prices. We spend less, you save more."

Free delivery is offered on orders over $200. The product line up includes
all stationery, inks and toners, computer consumables and accessories. And
there's no lack of detail on exactly what you're buying - the site gives
detailed information and pictures on all products.

"I'm really pleased with the feedback and business we're getting," says
Hughson. "We have spent a lot of time and effort developing the best system
to offer the right product at the right price and with fast, reliable
delivery. Customers are returning, and letting us know that we've got it
right. We've issued a challenge and people are taking it up - 'dare to
compare our prices'. If you want to save on stationery, we have the answer
- our website."

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