West Elm, Steelcase Debut Consumer Furniture Line
Steelcase and West Elm have expanded their contract interiors partnership to now include a selection of retail products available to consumers on WestElm.com.
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Overstock Awarded Federal Contract For Commercial E-Marketplace Platform
Overstock has been awarded a U.S. government contract with the General Services Administration (GSA) as one of three online retailers providing business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce capabilities for federal agencies.
Dorel Relaunching Bridgeport Commercial Brand
Dorel Business, a supplier of office, lobby and hospitality furniture, is relaunching Bridgeport, as a brand centered on function, quality and design in commercial products.
Office Depot Board Approves Holding Company Reorganization
Office Depot has completed a previously announced feasibility review, and its board of directors approved proceeding with the implementation of a holding company reorganization.
Staples Store Format Aims To Connect With Community
Staples said it has debuted Staples Connect in the Boston area, a reinvented store with coworking, podcasting and community event spaces where professionals, teachers and students alike can connect and grow together.
Staples Launches Worklife Magazine
Staples has launched Staples Worklife, a quarterly magazine designed to spark conversation and serve as a resource among working professionals.
Office Depot Opens Five Workonomy Hubs
Office Depot is opening five new Workonomy Hub coworking spaces this week in the Houston, Chicago, Denver, Minneapolis and Orlando markets.
Office Depot Names Slattery President Of CompuCom
Office Depot has appointed Mick Slattery president of CompuCom, effective immediately. He will report to Gerry Smith, Office Depot CEO.
Bush Wins New York State Contract
In a kind of homecoming, Bush Industries has received its first-ever New York State contract to sell and install commercial office furniture.
Staples Introducing In-Store Customer Workspaces
To address the evolving workplace, Staples is launching Staples Studio, an in-store concept that offers customers access to a collaborative workspace with private or shared offices, community kitchens and meeting rooms, and a range of additional membership benefits.
Office Depot Hosts Depot Day Of Service Program
Office Depot hosted its second annual “Depot Day of Service,” the company’s associate-driven volunteer initiative, on Saturday, May 11, in cities across North America.
Office Depot Kicks Off Business Improvement Initiative
Office Depot reported a sales decline in its first quarter ended March 30, 2019, and kicked off a business acceleration program to reduce costs and improve business operations.
Office Depot Appoints Mohan EVP/Business Solutions
Office Depot has appointed Stephen Mohan as evp/business solutions division, effective May 13. Mohan will report directly to Gerry Smith, chief executive officer.
Office Depot Names Haas Chief Accounting Officer
Office Depot has appointed Richard Haas svp/chief accounting officer, effective June 14.
Staples Launches New Brand Campaign
Staples has kicked off a refresh of its brand and marketing message, which is primarily focused on its digital and delivery brand and its approach to engaging with large and small business customers.
Staples To Acquire DEX Imaging
Staples has signed an agreement to acquire DEX Imaging, a leading independent document imaging technology dealer in the U.S.
Sycamore Partners Acquires Essendant
Staples said that an affiliate of Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm, has acquired Essendant, a national wholesale distributor of workplace items.
Staples’ Essendant Tender Offer Extended To January 9
Staples and Essendant have extended the expiration time of their previously announced tender offer, the companies have announced.
Humanscale Redesigns Monitor Arm Lineup
Humanscale is introducing a redesign of its best-selling line of monitor arms.
Staples To Acquire Distributor Essendant
Essendant, a distributor of workplace items with 2017 net sales of $5 billion, has accepted an acquisition bid from Staples.