A cautionary tale
Article Abstract:
All makers of franking machinery in the U.K. belong to the Mailing Equipment Manufacturers Organisation (MEMO), an offshoot of the Federation of the Electronics Industry. MEMO has devised a Code of Practice to help promote high quality service within the industry. However, like other industries, the franking machine industry has its share of shady characters and there are several bad practices and dubious sales tactics that should be avoided when buying franking equipment. A list of disreputable sales tactics is included.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1996
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Royal Mail
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The UK's Royal Mail licences, tests and approves all franking machines and vetoes any that it feels are unsuitable. The organisation does not have the legal power to intervene in disputes between producers and customers, but does try to influence sales standards. The main testing criteria used by Royal Mail are physical performance and security from fraud. Companies cannot use franking machines without a Royal Mail licence.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1998
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Other postroom products
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Efficient postrooms need several pieces of equipment, apart from a franking machine. Such equipment could include scales, folders inserters, envelope openers and addressers. Some companies may consider outsourcing their postroom activities to specialist organisations, such as the Royal Mail, which also offer a consultancy service.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1996
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