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Thursday 25 February 2010

Supplier and stock updates plus Rob Bell Tour info

Dear Retailer,

Informix Update
We are continuing to test processes for many of the different departments here at STL Distribution.

- Customer Services are making good progress and are continuing to build speed and confidence in order entry
and other processes
- Our finance department are now live on the new system
- Warehouse staff are continuing to test picking processes

Over the next few weeks we will be beginning end user training so that all staff are competent in using the system before ‘Go Live’.

Stock Update
This week we’ve had deliveries arrive from Destiny Image, Navpress, and SPCK. These are being processed and will available to order very soon, with key titles including;

9780281062201 - Lent for everyone
9780768424270 - Strengthen yourself in the Lord
9781600060250 - Message Remix Pink
9780768427530 - The Happy Intercessor

We are also due to receive large deliveries from Harper Collins and Kingsway tomorrow. We will update you when this product is on the system and available to order.

Supplier Update
We are pleased to announce that a continuity agreement has now been reached with Norwich Books. We will be working hard with this supplier to re-stock as quickly as possible and will keep you updated as we receive deliveries. For the latest updates visit the blog.


ROB BELL on TOUR - Drops Like Stars - March 2010
Top Zondervan author and speaker Rob Bell brings his Drops Like Stars tour to the UK this March to 6 venues across the nation:

Belfast
March 14 BELFAST CATHEDRAL

Stoke-On-Trent
March 15 VICTORIA HALL

Swansea
March 16 BRANGWYN HALL

London
March 17 CENTRAL HALL WESTMINSTER

Southampton
March 18 CENTRAL HALL

Perth
March 19 PERTH CONCERT HALL

Rob’s books and DVDs are in stock and available:

9780310275039 - Drops Like Stars £19.99
9780310273080 - Velvet Elvis £9.99
9780310280675 - Sex God £9.99
9780310275633 - Jesus Wants To Save Christians £9.99
9780310278931- Nooma Whirlwind 024 DVD £9.99
025986285562 - Everything Is Spiritual DVD £15.99
9780310290742 - The God's Aren't Angry DVD £15.99


Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Tuesday 23 February 2010

Weekly Specials and Update from STL Distribution

Dear Retailer,

Here are the details of our latest offers and a communication from Ken Munro regarding the planned re-sizing of STL Distribution.

Weekly Specials
This week you can get 45% discount on all these new Weekly Specials including bestsellers such as Max Lucado’s 3:16 The Numbers Of Hope and Lee Strobel’s The Case For Christ. Available only through the website http://www.stldistribution.co.uk or by calling Customer Services on 0800 28 27 28.

9780849919817 - 3:16 The Numbers Of Hope
9781414333106 - Big Thoughts For Little People
9780310209300 - The Case For Christ
9780310248293 - The Cross And The Switchblade
9780849946585 - Fearless

Scripture Union
STL Distribution is pleased to announce that a wholesale distribution agreement has been reached with Scripture Union. This will enable STL Distribution to continue to offer a wide range of Scripture Union products including their bestselling bible reading notes and Sunday school resources.

Communication from Ken Munro
John Ritchie Ltd purchased STL Distribution in December 2009. In addition to the STL Distribution operations staff based in Carlisle, a number of other central services functions TUPE’d across in line with UK employment legislation. A significant proportion of these staff had, in addition to distribution responsibilities, supported the historic retail and publishing divisions of IBS-STL. As a consequence a planned process of ‘right-sizing’ of the business, in line with a focussed distribution strategy and budgeted activity levels, was essential.

The Carlisle based staff were made aware of the requirement for this right-sizing exercise immediately following the acquisition date and have been entirely understanding of the ongoing process.

A fundamental part of this process was the instigation of a consultation period which ended on the 17th February with the outcome being that 45 of the 180 Carlisle based posts would no longer be required. During the consultation 30 members of staff chose to take voluntary redundancy or left having secured alternative employment. We are now moving towards the conclusion of this process and once it is completed, I am confident we will have a strong foundation in terms of skills and experience, on which STL Distribution can develop and face the future with confidence.

I am grateful for the understanding of our staff. I am also pleased that in the last few weeks we have experienced a steady improvement in product availability and therefore our level of business has been trending very encouragingly.

I would ask that you remember the individuals affected by the re-sizing process in your prayers.

Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Weekly Specials









Today's highlighted title is the classic children's book, Big Thoughts for Little People by Kenneth Taylor, at 45%! Only available via the website or by calling our orderline on 0800 28 27 28.



Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Monday 22 February 2010

Planned Re-Sizing of STL Distribution

Dear Retailer,

John Ritchie Ltd purchased STL Distribution in December 2009. In addition to the STL Distribution operations staff based in Carlisle, a number of other central services functions TUPE’d across in line with UK employment legislation. A significant proportion of these staff had, in addition to distribution responsibilities, supported the historic retail and publishing divisions of IBS-STL. As a consequence a planned process of ‘right-sizing’ of the business, in line with a focussed distribution strategy and budgeted activity levels, was essential.

The Carlisle based staff were made aware of the requirement for this right-sizing exercise immediately following the acquisition date and have been entirely understanding of the ongoing process.

A fundamental part of this process was the instigation of a consultation period which ended on the 17th February with the outcome being that 45 of the 180 Carlisle based posts would no longer be required. During the consultation 30 members of staff chose to take voluntary redundancy or left having secured alternative employment. We are now moving towards the conclusion of this process and once it is completed, I am confident we will have a strong foundation in terms of skills and experience, on which STL Distribution can develop and face the future with confidence.

I am grateful for the understanding of our staff. I am also pleased that in the last few weeks we have experienced a steady improvement in product availability and therefore our level of business has been trending very encouragingly.

I would ask that you remember the individuals affected by the re-sizing process in your prayers.

Kind regards,

Ken Munro
CEO, STL Distribution

Weekly Specials









We start the week with a new selection of Specials, all at 45% discount, and available while stocks last. Please note: these offers are only available from the STL Distribution website or by calling our Orderline on 0800 28 27 28.



Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Friday 19 February 2010

Weekly Specials


The last two specials this week are The Amazing Journey by Susie Poole at 45% off, and Kenneth Taylor's Classic Bible Storybook at 40% off.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Thursday 18 February 2010

Stock update - including The Message now available!

Dear Retailer,

Stock Update
We are pleased to let you know we have received a delivery of
The Message from Navpress this week, including The Message Remix.
The following titles are now available to order:

9781600061790 The Message Remix
9781600061059 The Message Solo
9781600060366 The Message Numbered Personal Size
9781576839379 The Message NT Psalms/Proverbs
9781576834305 The Message NT Mass Market Rev Ed

We have also received deliveries from ICC, Destiny Image and
Integrity. These orders are being processed and will be available to
order soon including;

602341003391 Fireproof Feature Film
9780768431421 How To Build A Lasting Marriage
ICC1254A Great Big God Live DVD



Supplier Update
We are pleased to announce that continuity agreements have now
been reached with
Banner of Truth, Methodist Publishing House
and Columba. We will be working hard with these suppliers to re-stock
as quickly as possible and will keep you updated as we receive deliveries.



Informix Update
The implementation of our new IT infrastructure continues to progress
well. We are in the middle of testing processes from many of the
different departments here at STL Distribution.


- Finance implementation is progressing well
- Buying tools are being developed and tested
- Warehouse process testing is on schedule and this week we will be
starting to test picking processes.


We will keep you up to date as the project progresses and will
communicate details regarding a switch-over date for the new system
as we near completion.



Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Weekly Specials


Today's special is Jo Bicknell's All Things Bright And Beautiful, a book and CD about the wonder of creation. 45% off.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Wednesday 17 February 2010

Weekly Specials


Today's specials include the Stephen Gaukroger Omnibus and Kenneth Taylor's My Little Bible In Pictures. Both at 40%.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Tuesday 16 February 2010

Easter | Bible Re-stock | Weekly Specials

Dear Retailer,

Easter Books & Gifts
We’ve put together an Easter promotion with up to 25% off Easter books and gifts which will run from 15th February until 9th April 2010. For full details of the promotion including how to order a POS kit to promote this offer in your store please speak to your Area Sales Manager.

Offers available while stocks last.

Spring Bible Re-stock
Last week we emailed you about our Spring Bible Re-stock promotion. We see this promotion as an opportunity for you to re-stock on many of the bestselling Bibles which have been unavailable during the past number of months. Although not all titles are available for immediate dispatch we are offering some excellent discounts so now is a great time to plan ahead and place orders for delivery in a few weeks’ time.

Buy any mix of 10 Bibles at 40%
Buy any mix of 20 Bibles at 42%
Buy any mix of 30 Bibles at 45%

PLUS a free NLT Study Bible with every order for 20 or more Bibles.

Please note, this offer is only available through your Area Sales Manager.

January/February Bulletin
Hopefully you’ve now received your copy of the January/February edition of the Bulletin. This issue is packed with exciting new products with highlights including the latest offering from bestselling author Stormie Omartian, Prayers For Emotional Wholeness (9780736928281) and Brian McLaren’s latest A New Kind Of Christianity (978080340995471).

Return of See-Safe Products - Reminder from our Administrators
For products purchased on See-Safe prior to 18th December 2009, IBS-STL is unable to take back stock but is able to offer a credit of up to 50% of invoice value on the understanding that the retailer will retain the stock. In order for this to be considered, written proof of the original offer must be provided or the offer confirmed by your Area Sales Manager. Please contact Janette Ivison in Customer Services on 01228 611727.

We are keen to resolve as many See-Safe queries as possible whilst we are able. Please be aware that in the near future all requests for returns credits on products purchased prior to 18th December 2009 will no longer be handled by us, but by The Quartz Partnership (who have been appointed by the Administrator Baker Tilly to collect payments due to IBS-STL UK in administration).

(Please note, in a previous communication IBS-STL was referred to as STL Distribution in error. It is IBS-STL who is unable to receive returns and will be offering a credit as mentioned above).

Weekly Specials - available from Monday 15th February
This week you can get 45% discount on all these new Weekly Specials - from classics like The Ragamuffin Gospel and to children’s Easter titles like The Amazing Journey. Available only through the website www.STLDistribution.co.uk or by calling Customer Services (0800 28 27 28).

9781846102325 - Bible Sticker Book - The Good Samaritan
9781850785934 - The Ragamuffin Gospel
9781850786757 - How To Really Love You Child
9781846102349 - Bible Sticker Book - The Runaway Son
9781857925357 - Stephen Gaukroger Omnibus
9781859856673 - My Little Bible In Pictures
9781859857748 - My First Story Bible
9781860246968 - All Things Bright And Beautiful plus CD
9781904637431 - The Amazing Journey
9781414307695 - Classic Bible Storybook

Thanks for sticking with us.

Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Weekly Specials


Today we have another fun sticker book by Nick Page, and How To Really Love Your Child by Ross Campbell. Both at 45% discount.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Monday 15 February 2010

Weekly Specials


To start your week off we have The Good Samaritan Sticker Book for children and a Brennon Manning classic. Both at 45% discount.





Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Thursday 11 February 2010

Supplier, Stock and Informix Update‏

Dear Retailer,

We are pleased to announce that continuity agreements have now been reached with NavPress and Moody. We will be working hard with these suppliers to re-stock as quickly as possible and will keep you updated as we receive deliveries. We have already received an order from Moody including The Five Love Languages and The Five Love Languages For Singles.

Stock Update
This week we’ve had deliveries arrive from Zondervan, Hodder and Thomas Nelson. These are currently being processed and will available to order very soon, with key titles including;

9780310210740 Purpose Driven Life
9780310253204 Faith And Doubt PB
9780340979495 The Shack
9780340995952 Teenagers
9780340995266 The Longest Week
9780840700506 NKJV Gift Award Red Letter Flexi Black
9780849946585 Fearless PB
9781400280056 Walking With God PB

Informix Update
We are continuing with workshop testing of finance, buying, receiving and returns processes. Next week we will be testing sales, picking and replenishment processes. There have been no material issues highlighted through testing to date.

Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Don’t miss our discounts on UK Wholesale & Bestselling Bibles

Dear friends

We are very pleased to bring you two new promotions offering great discounts on bestselling Bibles and UK Wholesale products - available only through your Area Sales Manager.

Spring Bible Re-Stock
Bible sales are the life-blood of any Christian book shop. Our Spring Bible Re-stock is an opportunity for you to re-stock on many of the bestselling Bibles which have been unavailable during the past few of months. Many are already in stock but in other instances we are still in the process of re-stocking.

So why not look at your stock, and plan ahead by placing an order for delivery in a few weeks time, and benefit from the attractive discounts on offer. Your Area Sales Manager can talk you through the details of what is on offer.

Thank you again for sticking with us and we look forward to a busy Spring period with some strong Bible sales.

Discounts
Buy any mix of 10 Bibles at 40%
Buy any mix of 20 Bibles at 42%
Buy any mix of 30 Bibles at 45%

PLUS a free NLT Study Bible with every order for 20 or more Bibles.

Offers only available through your Area Sales Manager.

40% Discount - UK Wholesale Promotion
Stock up now on these bestselling UK titles from Kingsway, Hodder and CWR such as, The Shack, I Dared To Call Him Father, The Best Modern Worship Hymns Ever CD, Battlefield of the Mind, The Power Of A Praying Parent and Cover To Cover Complete HB

Offers only available through your Area Sales Manager.

Bulletin
We are pleased to let you know that the January-February Bulletin has been printed and will be sent out to you this week - packed with New Titles for you to order. The March-April issue is well underway and will be with you by early March. Thank you for your patience as we catch up.

Return of See-Safe Products
For products purchased on See-Safe prior to 18th December 2009, STL Distribution is unable to take back stock but is able to offer a credit of up to 50% of invoice value on the understanding that the retailer will retain the stock. In order for this to be considered, written proof of the original offer must be provided or the offer confirmed by your Area Sales Manager. Please contact Janette Ivison in Customer Services on 01228 611727.

We are keen to resolve as many See-Safe queries as possible whilst we are able. Please be aware that in the near future all requests for returns credits on products purchased prior to 18th December 2009 will no longer be handled by us, but by The Quartz Partnership (who have been appointed by the Administrator Baker Tilly to collect payments due to IBS-STL UK in administration).

VeggieTales Promotion
As from Friday 12th February 2010, STL Distribution will no longer be able to honour the ‘Buy 5 Get 1 Free’ VeggieTales DVD promotion created by Authentic Media and will no longer redeem vouchers returned. We therefore recommend that retailers stop running the promotion with immediate effect. Any vouchers which have been received by STL Distribution Customer Service department before 12/2/10 will be credited at net invoice value.

Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Weekly Specials


Your selection of weekly specials today are from AW Tozer and Charles Swindoll, both at 45% discount..




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Wednesday 10 February 2010

Weekly Specials


Your mid-week selection of Specials includes another AW Tozer favourite and a great collection of classic Christian writing.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Tuesday 9 February 2010

Weekly Specials


Two perennial favourites today, with AW Tozer's Set of the Sail and Elisabeth Elliot's Through Gates Of Splendour, both at 45%.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Monday 8 February 2010

Weekly Specials

Start the week with some great offers! We have ten great titles on offer with a discount of up to 45%, including a Bible Sticker Book from Nick Page and CWR's Devotional Bible.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Friday 5 February 2010

Weekly Specials

The final selection this week, with both titles at 45% discount. Look out for some great new offers next week.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Thursday 4 February 2010

Lent reading for everyone!

Lent Daily Bible readings
17th February marks the start of Lent, traditionally a time of reflection for Christians. Below you’ll find a list of recommended titles ideal for the season of Lent.

9781841016801 - Giving It Up
9781841015699 - Fasting and Feasting
9781841016016 - The Road To Emmaus

Lent recommendations
9781841015873 - Into Your Hands

Lent Old Favourites
9780745932569 - Feast For Lent
9781841014852 - Journey To Jerusalem
9781841010243 - When They Crucified My Lord

Lent For Groups
9780745935386 - Oh God Why?

Lent For Families
9781841015798 - Walking With Jesus Through Lent and Easter

Lent For Sunday Schools
9781841014647 - Footsteps to the Feast


Weekly Specials - available from Monday 8th February
From Monday, you can get 45% discount on all these new Weekly Specials - from classics by A.W.Tozer and to children’s Bible Sticker Activity books by Nick Page. Available only through the website
http://www.stldistribution.co.uk or by calling Customer Services (0800 28 27 28).


9781846102332 - Bible Sticker Book Loaves and Fishes
9781853455278 - Devotional Bible HB
9781850780298 - The Set Of The Sail
9781850780342 - Through Gates Of Splendour
9781850780649 - That Incredible Christian
9781850780687 - Root Of The Righteous
9780849917493 - Paul
9781846102301 - Bible Sticker Book Noah and the Ark
9781850782018 - This World Playground or Battleground

Informix Update
We are making progress with Unit Testing and teams from each department are undertaking testing workshops.


Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Weekly Specials

Two great titles at 45%! Check out Nick Page's Sticker Activity Book of Jonah The Moaner, and by way of contrast AW Tozer's classic collection of essays God Tells The Man Who Cares.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Wednesday 3 February 2010

STOCK AND SUPPLIER UPDATE

Stock Update

This week we have received a number of deliveries from our suppliers including Zondervan, Tyndale and Harvest House. The following key titles, amongst others, are now being processed and will be available to order soon.

9780736907385 - Remarkable Women Of The Bible PB
9780736917223 - A Book Of Prayer HB
9780736918831 - Woman After God’s Own Heart PB
9780736919265 - Power Of A Praying Woman PB
9780736928304 - Finding God In Hidden Places HB
9780842356329 - A Lineage Of Grace Rev Ed PB
9781414323602 - Touchpoints Of Heaven PB


Supplier Update

We are pleased to announce that continuity agreements have been reached with Thomas Nelson, Lion Hudson, CWR, St Andrew’s Press and Christian Focus Publications, enabling us to wholesale their products. We will be working hard with these suppliers to re-stock as quickly as possible and will keep you updated as we receive deliveries.


Kind Regards
STL Distribution

Weekly Specials


Our selection of Weekly Specials today includes Herman Selderhuis' biography of John Calvin (at 40%) and Mark Mittelberg's challenging Choosing Your Faith (at 45%).




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team

Tuesday 2 February 2010

Weekly Specials


Two great titles, both at 45% discount, as part of our Weekly Specials. Please note: these offers are only available from the STL Distribution website or by calling our Orderline on 0800 28 27 28.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution

Monday 1 February 2010

Weekly Specials

It's the start of a new week and a new month, so let's have some Weekly Specials!

You can view the whole list now, but we will also post reminders of our offers throughout the week on the blog.




Kind regards,
STL Distribution blog team