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
Thursday, 25 February 2010
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
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,
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
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