Annual Predictions
A YEAR OF GROWTH
SEAN GREENALL , MD , PREMIER ARCHES
» WITH A FRESH approach to fabrication , Premier Arches has spent the past 12 months re-shaping the future of profile bending to become the UK ’ s number one arched frame supplier . How have we done this ? Mainly , by sticking to our three core business principles of exceptional manufacturing quality , excellent service , and a ‘ make life easier ’ offering for our customers .
It ’ s these three tenets that I believe have contributed to our most successful year yet , as well as the ability to forge promising partnerships with several key industry players , and invest further in the business .
Looking ahead , the UK economy as a whole is certainly facing a very challenging year , and the fenestration industry is looking at a very different landscape compared to what we ’ ve seen over the past two years .
With a cost of living crisis and a recession waiting in the wings , demand for home improvement products has of course slowed down .
But I believe that despite this , there will always be higher earning households who still have the money to spend , and generally , it ’ s this group that would rather invest in premium products – such as the arched and angled frames supplied by Premier Arches . I predict a continued demand for our products in 2023 , and keeping up with demand is something we ’ ve always prided ourselves on at Premier Arches .
So while the market changes and becomes more challenging , we ’ ll still be here to deliver the premium , innovative products our customers need , and to remain the reliable supplier they can trust , even when times are tough .
www . premierarches . co . uk
Weathering the Storm
WOLFGANG GORNER , MD , HÖRMANN UK
» TRYING TO PREDICT how next year will pan out is nigh on impossible , I ’ ve probably more chance of predicting who will win the Cheltenham Gold Cup or the lottery numbers . Apologies for the gloom , but 2023 will no doubt prove to be difficult as our markets continue to be hit by falling consumer confidence as inflationary pressures continue to increase . This will be further exacerbated by the continued lack of skilled labour and increased competition when trying to fill vacancies . However , I think that even in tough times there is always opportunity .
Having experienced recessions before we should remember that when the going gets tough consumers tend to turn to tried and tested brands . They may have less disposable income but are more likely to spend with brands that they trust and where they will receive value for money . The challenge will be to continue to create and build on strong brands , offer quality products and service , whilst making sure that we clearly communicate our strengths and values .
At Hörmann we have built an enviable well recognised brand , and we have constantly been bringing new products and initiatives to the market that enhance our values . Our Partner Standard initiative , which was launched in 2020 , provides an assurance to the end consumer that they are working with the best garage and domestic door installers in the country , whilst providing our Partner dealers with high-quality enquiries . We also constantly work to communicate the Hörmann Difference – a family owned , large multi-national organisation with all the security that offers whilst being close to the market and responsive . The fact that we manufacture 100 % of the products we offer means stability of supply , at the same time being passionate and active in protecting the environment .
Hopefully , next year will surprise us and things will improve quicker than commentators think . I am confident that by keeping our ‘ eye on the ball ’ and continuing to offer our customers a quality product , at a reasonable price from a brand they can trust , we will weather the storm .
www . hormann . co . uk
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