| Dear Hayley,
We are proud to introduce our latest tool for our customers, our monthly newsletter. We hope to provide you with valuable information about us, our service and our products so you can be "smart" about your office needs. With customer service as our number one priority, we hope you will take a few moments each month to get the latest news to help you make the best decisions for your company. |
| WHEN DOES $1=$14? |
A dollar spent at a locally owned store is usually spent 6 to 15 times before it leaves the community. When you buy from Smart Business Products, you are reinvesting in your community. You are going to get better service, since we hire people from our community who understand your needs and take the time to get to know you. We also have a vested interest in what goes on in our community and are involved in the Columbia Area Chamber of Commerce, COLORS and the Heart of Missouri United Way. It is our mission to be the premier supplier of business products to you, our valued customers, by providing the utmost quality and care.
Top 5 Reasons to buy Local:
1. Support Yourself--studies have shown that when you buy from a locally owned business, up to 3 times more of your dollars are re-circulated in the local economy.
2. Support your Community--Local non-profit organizations receive 250% more support from locally owned businesses.
3. Create more jobs--Locally owned businesses spend on average 28% of revenue on labor compared to 23% for chains, providing the most jobs to residents of the community
4. Get Better Service--Locally owned businesses often hire people with a better understanding of the products they are selling and take more time to get to know customers.
5. Buy What You Want, Not What They Want You to Buy--A multitude of small businesses, each selecting products based not on a national sales plan but on the needs of their local customers, guarantees a much broader range of product choices
Buying local makes good sense and we thank you for your support! |
| Spotlight on: Herman Miller |
 Smart Business Products is proud to be the Mid-Missouri authorized Herman Miller dealer since 2002. From seating to systems and freestanding furniture to accessories, Herman Miller offers an impressive collection that is as stylish and sleek as it is sensible. THE industry leader in ergonomic design, Herman Miller's goal is to make every person comfortable, safe, and productive at work. A warranty is a promise: Herman Miller products carry a 12 year, 3 shift, labor included waranty. Probably the most known product is the Aeron chair (pictured). Literally the world's #1 selling office chair, the Aeron offers high-performance, long-term seating with the PostureFit comfort your back has been wanting. For computer work, general office work, casual or formal meetings, the Aeron's next-generation pbreakthrough provides natural support for helathier posture and outstanding lower-back comfort. To learn more about Herman Miller and the Aeron chair, visit Herman Miller
To learn how Herman Miller can improve your workplace by reducing costs and improving performance, or to test-drive the Aeron, contact your sales rep today! |
| Play it Smart...Do your Part |
Going green is more than talk...it is our commitment to the environment. Smart Business Products offers a wide range of products made from recycled materials. In addition, Green Cleaning is the future of the healthy office. Healthy alternatives to harsh chemicals are not only good for the earth, they are good for you, too! Smart Business Products now has available to our customers a new "Go Green" catalog outlining specific items that are earth-friendly and allow you to work smart, protect our natural resources and help save the planet. From pens to light bulbs to desk trays to cleaners, outfitting a Green office is easier than you may think.
5 Things to Consider
1. Start a recycling program in the office. It's easy to recycle items such as paper, cardboard, plastic and aluminum containers by using special recycling waste containers.
2. How was the product manufactured? Look for products that do the same job but have less of an impact on the environment.
3. Does it contain harmful chemicals or toxins? There are now many cleaning products available that contain little or no toxins. These products are often just as effective as their "less green" counterparts.
4. Is it made of recycled material? Buying products made of recycled materials helps reduce our environmental impact.
5. Is there an energy-efficient alternative? Look for products that help conserve energy, such as longer-life, eco-friendly light bulbs and energy-efficient printers, copiers and faxes
Please contact us today for your Go Green catalog and remember...when we all join in, even small steps in the "green direction" have a huge impact. | |
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I hope you enjoyed the first edition of our newsletter and will take the time to read through it each month.
Because we can never say it enough, thank you for your business. The best compliment you can give us is your referral. If you know someone who could benefit from our services, please don't hesitate to pass along our contact information.
Sincerely,
Bill Schuette, President
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Many people in Columbia know our building as a source for office products and furniture and most people know the family name tied to it-Schuette.
When Bill Schuette, Jr. opened the doors to Smart Business Products in August of 1999, he was banking on a family background in the industry dating back to 1966 and his father, Bill Schuette, Sr., president/owner of Columbia Office Supply (COS). Known throughout Mid-Missouri as "the" local office supply store in Columbia, a fleet of eight trucks delivered supplies to businesses near and far. Then general manager Bill Schuette (Jr.) quickly learned how to keep his customers happy by providing the impeccable customer service that still separates us from others.
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2009 Calendars Now Available!
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5 Easy ways to Go Green
1. Go Recycled! Use recycled office products and furniture whenever you can. Most can be recycled again, once you're done with them, so they help reduce waste, time after time!
2. Light's Out!
If a room isn't being used for 15 minutes or more, turn off the lights.
3. Power Down. At the end of the workday, turn off your computer--and accessories--to save power. If it's plugged into a powerstrip, turn that off, too.
4. Clean the Air.
Accent your office with green plants. They add a natural touch, while helping reduce indoor air pollution.
5. Bring your Own Bag. If you "brown bag it" at lunch, use a reusable bag instead of paper or plastic.
DID YOU KNOW?
In just one year, Americans discard enough office paper to build a 12-foot-high wall of paper that would reach from New York to Seattle.
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HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
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