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Plymouth Tool Hire’s philosophy now is a simple one. Ian says “We hope to build on our early success with constant investment in
new and innovative products to build the branch until we outgrow our present location. Even to the point where we will consider
incorporating another branch in a different area. It is our belief that the independent hirer will have a role, especially
with the local touch, we intend not just to meet our customer’s needs but to exceed them.”
Plymouth Tool Hire offer a wide range of products and services for both the DIY customer and local builders. In addition a wide
range of products is available from a drill bit to small tools up to a 9 ton dumper. “We like to think we offer the whole package” says Ian.
Customers also have the choice of all on hires and off hires to be emailed directly to their office/site and also the opportunity to
check invoices with an emailed PDF document. The invoices cannot be altered, but the customer can flag any mistakes before
they are sent out and confirmed. This cuts down the need to chase queries, and has proved effective and received a great
response from Plymouth Tool Hire customers.
Plymouth Tool Hire recently held an open day which was greatly supported by key suppliers to the hire industry and many fantastic
prizes were won. Ian says “This created a lot of awareness and resulted in several new account customers; proving that
a little hard work from our dedicated team and our valued suppliers has
already put money back into the business and enhanced our profile.”
Part of the success is down to the decision to install hire management software from day one. Installed by Higher Concept
Software, Syrinx® has quickly become an essential part of the business. Ian comments on the value this has
brought to the company “Syrinx® is extremely user friendly, and even people with basic IT skills can use the program with ease.
One excellent capability is its flexibility to amend contract details and prices
manually. The advantages have been endless, too many to mention! We have received full support from the
Higher Concept Software team, who are just an email or phone call away. We have had no downtime at all, allowing
the effective management of the business.” Ian concludes “Why over complicate things that don’t need it?”
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