CONTENTS 4 THE REAL INCENTIVE 10 Voucher discount scheme Presentation wallets Tax and National Insurance contributions on incentives A motivating force A tangible reward A popular promotional tool Brand positioning 6 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EXPERTISE 12 THE FREEDOM OF CHOICE All about brands Personal Shopping Pure Indulgence Days Food and wine gifts YOU CAN’T LOOK HOT WITH A HANDSHAKE THE FLEXIBLE INCENTIVE Ease of ordering Online services Free, fast, secure delivery Fulfilment Strategic thinking Marketing support Information online 8 EXCEPTIONAL DISCOUNTS 14 STORES NATIONWIDE 3 THE REAL INCENTIVE Everyone loves to hear they’ve done a great job, but something more tangible is far more rewarding. Flexible, cost-effective and offering a world of choice, House of Fraser vouchers offer a real incentive to both you and the recipient. They’re redeemable both online and in-store against any of our unrivalled choice of premium brands, so customers are sure to find something they really want. Whether being used to motivate staff, reward effort, or to create an effective promotion, House of Fraser vouchers provide a highly versatile incentive. What’s more, you will also benefit from the exceptional discounts they offer. Give our Business Incentives department a call on 0844 561 1010 and together we’ll find you the perfect incentives package. A TANGIBLE REWARD Show appreciation of employees, colleagues or clients by giving them a gift with real appeal. Use our vouchers on an ad hoc basis, in response to specific events or as rewards. A POPULAR PROMOTIONAL TOOL House of Fraser vouchers have everything needed for effective promotions: widespread appeal, irrefutable premium brand association, ease of administration and no wastage. Use them to: add value to products or services; increase response levels in direct marketing activity; encourage trial; close a sale; encourage take up of ‘member get member’ schemes. BRAND POSITIONING A MOTIVATING FORCE The prospect of receiving House of Fraser vouchers can be just the incentive needed to: persuade potential customers to trial products or services; encourage existing customers to increase order size or frequency; prompt a request for further contact from prospects; motivate staff to achieve targets, boost productivity or reduce absenteeism. One of the most valuable aspects of the House of Fraser brand is the equity built up over many years as an endorser of the prestigious brands we have as part of our portfolio. Our ability to have a uniform and clear brand identity across all our channels is therefore of paramount importance, as we look to leverage this heritage in the exciting development of our brand. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EXPERTISE Building on many years of experience, our passionate Business Incentives team have the knowledge and skills to deliver effective incentives across all areas of business. By understanding both your needs and the needs of your clients and employees, we are able to offer a range of services that you can truly trust. STRATEGIC THINKING The House of Fraser Business Incentives team is available to advise you on how to maximise the effectiveness of our vouchers. We’ll be happy to discuss your objectives, make recommendations and, if required, create an individually tailored package. Our experience in the field can help you develop promotional ideas and we can suggest ways of adding value – for example, through use of the House of Fraser Personal Shopping service. MARKETING SUPPORT If you are producing publicity or promotional materials, we can provide logos and images and help you put together presentations and other marketing materials. YOU CAN’T ACCESSORISE WITH A THUMBS UP INFORMATION ONLINE The House of Fraser website at www.houseoffraser.co.uk tells you more about each of our fantastic departments, the extensive range of world-class brands available and the location of all our stores nationwide. You’ll also find out more about the hundreds of premium brands and famous names now available online. In fact, it’s never been easier to take home the latest must-haves. You can also use the corporate section of the website to submit a request to open a Business Incentives account with House of Fraser and, once you are established as an account holder, place orders online. 7 FREEDOM OF CHOICE House of Fraser vouchers can be spent on the world-class brands featured across all our departments. So, whatever the value of their vouchers, the recipient is sure to find something they really want. Redeemable both in-store and online, recipients can choose from hundreds of famous names and cutting-edge products; from a designer T-shirt to a state-of-the-art television, the choice really is extensive. With clothing, accessories, cosmetics, multimedia, electrical appliances and home furnishings all available, shopping at House of Fraser truly appeals to all tastes and ages. To enhance their enjoyment of shopping at House of Fraser, voucher recipients can take advantage of the Personal Shopping service, available nationwide at selected stores. In the comfort and privacy of the Personal Shopping suite, a trained consultant will discuss the customer’s requirements and advise them on suitable products. The Personal Shopping experience arranged through the Business Incentives team also includes a complimentary makeover or facial and a goody bag. ALL ABOUT BRANDS PURE INDULGENCE DAYS At House of Fraser, we offer a world of choice in premium and designer brands and have an unrivalled selection of famous names. Not only will you find all the leading designers you’d expect such as Hugo Boss, Ted Baker, Nicole Farhi, Ralph Lauren and Karen Millen, you’ll also discover the hottest designers on the scene including Sticky Fingers, Miu Miu, Paul Smith and Christian Dior. What’s more, you can also choose from our own exclusive brands Linea, Therapy, Howick and Untold – the possibilities are endless. And the great choice doesn’t end there. We’re delighted that the world’s most iconic toyshop, Hamleys, has brought its magical selection of toys to House of Fraser stores throughout the UK and Ireland. For the latest brand information visit www.houseoffraser.co.uk Another popular way to reward and motivate are House of Fraser’s Pure Indulgence Days. Available in three differently priced packages at the flagship Oxford Street store, each includes an appointment with a fashion expert and a professional make-up artist, plus vouchers to spend in-store. To find out more about Pure Indulgence packages contact the Business Incentives Department on 0844 561 1010. PERSONAL SHOPPING FOOD AND WINE GIFTS House of Fraser’s food and wine gifts are both highly tempting and truly rewarding. With a stunning selection of flowers, chocolates, hampers, gift boxes, wine and merchandise to choose from all year round, they make an ideal way to incentivise and show gratitude. What’s more, all our gifts can be individually tailored to suit your business needs. Please call the Business Incentives Department on 0844 561 1010 for more information. YOU CAN’T CURL UP ON A COMPLIMENT 9 EXCEPTIONAL DISCOUNTS VOUCHER DISCOUNT SCHEME PRESENTATION WALLETS AND ENVELOPES House of Fraser vouchers carry exceptional discounts as shown below. The discount may be deducted from the invoice or taken as additional vouchers. As a finishing touch we can supply complimentary wallets and envelopes in which to present the vouchers. These can also be personalised with your company’s logo, if required (there is a print cost associated with personalisation, please ask the Business Incentives team for details). £1,000 - £4,999 €1,500 - €9,499 2.5% £5,000 - £9,999 €9,500 - €17,499 5% £10,000 - £14,999 €17,500 - €24,999 7.5% £15,000 and over €25,000 and over 10% Please note: for large orders, discounts are negotiable. TAX AND NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS ON INCENTIVES Please note that all Business Incentives are taxable as benefit in kind at the employee’s rate of tax, but a company may opt to pay the tax on behalf of its employees under the Inland Revenue’s Taxed Award Scheme. Also, please be aware that Business Incentives are NOT exempt from National Insurance contributions. Contact your local Tax Office for details. Please note vouchers are sold inclusive of VAT. Please see Terms and Conditions for further information. YOU CAN’T SPEND A SEAL OF APPROVAL 11 THE FLEXIBLE INCENTIVE House of Fraser Business Incentive vouchers are available in denominations of £1, £5, £10, £25, £50 and £100, and are redeemable against all purchases – including sale goods. Business Incentive vouchers are also available in Euros for Irish customers (redeemable at House of Fraser Dundrum). EASE OF ORDERING You can order by post with a cheque or credit card using the enclosed order form, or by phone with a credit card. Credit account customers may order via email to incentives@hof.co.uk or by fax – a new account application form is enclosed (see back page). New customers should allow time for their first cheque to clear before vouchers are despatched. Alternatively, payment may be made through your bank via BACS or CHAPS. Please contact House of Fraser Business Incentives for bank details. ONLINE SERVICES All vouchers can now be redeemed online. You can also use the Business Incentives website at www.houseoffraser.co.uk to register your details to set up an account (details can also be registered by phone on 0844 561 1010). All account holders can place orders online; the order will be confirmed by phone or email and an invoice sent by post. FREE, FAST, SECURE DELIVERY Your House of Fraser vouchers will be despatched next day if the order is received by 11.00am. It is advisable, however, to allow a little extra time during busy periods e.g. Christmas. You may also pre-order and specify a delivery date in advance. FULFILMENT The Business Incentives team will be happy to arrange delivery direct to multiple addresses, on request. A small handling fee is levied for this service (charged on an individual basis according to delivery details). YOU CAN’T LISTEN TO A HIGH-FIVE 13 THE VALUE OF A REAL INCENTIVE * Personal Shopping suites in-store. Guildford* High Wycombe* L Huddersfield Hull Lakeside, Thurrock Leamington Spa Leeds* Leicester Lincoln London City* London Oxford Street* London Victoria London White City L Maidstone Manchester* Middlesbrough Milton Keynes Northampton Norwich* Nottingham* Plymouth Reading* Richmond Sheffield, Meadowhall Shrewsbury Skipton Solihull Sutton Coldfield Swindon Telford Wolverhampton Worcester SCOTLAND Edinburgh* Edinburgh, Jenners Glasgow Loch Lomond Shores WALES Cardiff* Cwmbran N. IRELAND Belfast* L IRELAND Dundrum* L New store openings for 2008. For information regarding new store locations please contact our Business Incentives Manager on 0844 561 1010. † Relocation. TERMS AND CONDITIONS ENGLAND Altrincham Aylesbury Bath Birkenhead Birmingham* Bluewater* Bournemouth Bristol† Burton-upon-Trent Camberley Carlisle Cheltenham Chichester Cirencester Croydon* Darlington Doncaster Dudley Epsom Exeter Grimsby Gateshead, MetroCentre* VOUCHER ORDER FORM Business Incentive vouchers can be redeemed at all outlets within the House of Fraser portfolio, which include Beatties, Cavendish House and Jenners. Our continued commitment to developing the House of Fraser brand means that these stores will eventually come under the House of Fraser name. And with nationwide coverage in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, every customer is sure to have a House of Fraser store within easy reach. APPLICATION FOR CREDIT ACCOUNTS STORES NATIONWIDE