Information technology plays a vital role in the group’s ongoing objectives. AIS believes that being ahead of the field is the only way forward. For some time now buyers at AIS sample shows have been inputting their orders electronically. By taking advantage of today’s internet technology, members are able to build electronic e-commerce links with suppliers. The Company’s business to business portals provide the internet-based e-commerce solution, across the whole community, facilitating fast, accurate communication between members, suppliers and AIS. This reduces the need for paper communication between AIS, members and suppliers and creates greater scope for increased efficiency and cost savings. Member profitability can be further improved through the use of the AIS Procurement Service to achieve impressive savings across a wide range of products and services, from energy costs and telecoms to insurance and waste collection. The procurement initiative is just one more example of AIS using its collective strength to benefit its members individually. |