51 PRINT IT AWARDS 2021 PRINTITRESELLER.UK 23 n E-tailer of the Year Sponsored by HP Inc. WINNER: E-buyer E-buyer was a standout winner in this category. The company provided a very comprehensive and well thought justification of each of the entry criteria. Of note was the firm’s success in achieving record-breaking sales across the business, (including almost £10m on printers and inks) and the introduction of a raft of new measures to make customers’ life easier, such as easier payment systems and better credit terms via Klarna. n MPS Solution of the Year Sponsored by ECI On the shortlist: n Aura n SOS Systems n Banner n Ethos n WDS WINNER: Banner Banner helped Worcestershire County Council realise a 40% reduction in print costs, reduce waste materials by 75%, lower energy costs by 61% and reduce paper by 20% – a total saving of 9.6m sheets or 1,161 trees. Judges said the entry was comprehensive, well described and included customer testimonials. HIGHLY COMMENDED: WDS PEOPLE AWARDS n Account Manager of the Year Sponsored by Develop On the shortlist: n Tim Winstone, Sharp n Beki Bowers, Data Direct n Joe Hughes, Sharp n Gary Stevens, Lexmark n Gary Risley, Sharp WINNER: Gary Risley, Sharp Gary has been involved with new dealer recruitment for 16 years, and has recruited over 30 partners, his performance has significantly contributed to the success of the indirect sales division and the wider business. He works closely with his dealer accounts to bring new ideas to the table, an achievement endorsed by a number of partners. HIGHLY COMMENDED: Joe Hughes, Sharp n Distribution Marketing Team of the Year Sponsored by HP Inc. On the shortlist: n Data Direct n DSales WINNER: DSales DSales was a clear winner in this category, with judges noting that their marketing was consistent, channelfocussed and powerful. n OEM Marketing Team of the Year Sponsored by VOWWholesale On the shortlist: n Sharp n HP Inc. WINNER: Sharp Judges applauded Sharp for launching a number of new initiatives to help partners navigate the changes as a result of the pandemic, including: investment in new digital platforms, creating a series of webinars and howto videos, as well as the development of best practice guides. n Service Team of the Year Sponsored by Develop On the shortlist: n Sharp n Apogee n Highland Copiers n Ethos n Ar Graff Cymru WINNER: Highland Copiers The entry clearly demonstrated Highland Copiers’ commitment to excellence in customer service. Supporting documentation showcased the company’s ethos and dedication to delivering a first class service. Their response to the pandemic was exemplary, customers are not locked in to minimum volume or tie-in deals, staff were trained to provide remote assistance, and they provided some great examples of going above and beyond, especially supporting a new client late at night. n Service Team of the Year PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS AWARDS n MFP Line of the Year Sponsored by Ingram Micro On the shortlist: n Develop ineo iSeries n HP A3 LaserJet MFPs n Epson WorkForce Enterprise line WINNER: Epson WorkForce Enterprise line Epson submitted a compelling and professional entry. The submission clearly showcased the ranges’ environmental credentials, included a well presented customer case study, and provided evidence-backed claims. Judges applauded the WorkForce Enterprise line for fast speeds, higher yield consumables and reduced service intervention. n Desktop Printer Line of the Year Sponsored by VOWWholesale On the shortlist: n Toshiba e-STUDIO400AC series n HP A4 Desktop Multifunction devices n Lexmark small workgroup MFP i-series Continued... Reseller/Dealer of the Year (up to £5m) Reseller/Dealer of the Year (£5m+) E-tailer of the Year MPS Solution of the Year MFP Line of the Year Service Team of the Year
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy NDUxNDM=