Brexit Continuity and Stock Protection Plan
Whatever the outcome of the general election on 12th December and the ensuing stages in the BREXIT negotiations, Andway are busy working with all our clients to help them plan around any supply chain issues and potential changes in trading conditions.
Our aim is simple: to work with you to ensure continuity of supply.
As you may already be aware, we source and import our products from both inside and outside the European Union. In January 2020 the UK is currently scheduled to leave the EU. However, importing from outside the EU will continue to remain the same with International trade deals and customs arrangements remaining in place for some time thereafter, unless we leave with no deal.
As you would expect we are planning for the “No Deal” scenario. This scenario will mean all purchases from the EU will require additional customs procedures being added to the import process. This will no doubt lead to longer lead times and potential cost increases from import duties, taxes and exchange rate fluctuations.
Our stock levels have been adjusted to allow for unexpected delays and we are working with our supply partners closely to limit any cost increases.
Equipment and furniture for 2020:
If you are already making your capital inventory plans for 2020 in terms of beds, mattresses, hoists, chairs, wardrobes, dining furniture etc we highly recommend you consider making a bulk purchase, to avoid any potential cost increases. We can offer lease finance and call off payment plans to help you spread this cost whilst staying within your budgets.
We would like to re-assure you that Andway Healthcare are here to work with you to maintain your supply of goods and cost of goods ratios during this unsettling BREXIT period and here to discuss all stocking issues and ideas.
Call us on 01423 331000 to get your Brexit Protection plan in place
