Why BLOC

A Community Built for You

BLOC is a complete business services provider here to help you improve your profitability. We work with you to reduce your costs and find new ways to improve your bottom line. Our wholesale, distributor and supplier partnerships give you stronger buying power, but the real value comes from everything we do alongside it. We’ll invest time, expertise, and resources to understand your business, identifying where you can work more efficiently and help you turn those opportunities into results. The more time you spend working with us, the more value we can create for your business. We see you as an investment, and our aim is to deliver a return on that investment.
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What Makes us Different from Others

Reduce your cost of sale

Identify ways to buy more efficiently, improve margins and reduce the cost of winning and servicing customers.

Review your operational costs

We work with you to review your operational costs and identify savings across your business and overheads.

A network of support

BLOC is a community like no other! Join 200+ like-minded businesses and benefit from shared expertise, regional and national networking events.

Trusted Partnerships

Access trusted partnerships that deliver real commercial benefit and opportunities for growth.

Built on experience

Gain valuable insight from 30+ industry experts to support you and your team across your business. We are an extension of your team!

Unrivalled Services & Solutions

We offer a diverse range of services and solutions tailored to your goals and objectives from marketing to training and sustainability.

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Joining BLOC means gaining access to unrivalled support, expert guidance, and exclusive resources designed to help your business thrive. Tap into decades of experience, smarter procurement, innovative marketing, and practical tools, all tailored to your growth

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Partnering with BLOC connects you directly with an engaged community of business leaders and decision-makers. Leverage our extensive network to increase your reach, build trusted relationships, and collaborate on strategic growth opportunities.

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Platinum

Platinum membership encompasses all the benefits of Gold, while also offering the added advantage of in-person support and representation in employment tribunals.

Platinum membership includes access to BOSS Online resource library docs and guidance for HR & HSE to coincide with unlimited support from your designated HR/HSE adviser with in-person support, with the addition of the Becoming Compliant sections self-service helpdesk and included Health-checks section which is a platform for platinum members only. The BOSS ‘Becoming Compliant’ section is the necessary tool to guide you through a self-service portal to follow step by step guidance of best practices, with your designated HR & HS&E contacts available for any additional support you may require at any stage.

  • H&S Healthcheck to include a report about your documentation, policies and procedures
  • HR Healthcheck to include a report about your documentation, policies and procedures
  • Becoming Compliant Self Service Portal – A step by step guidance process of keeping your processes up to date

Members’ that consistently score 80% in a business Healthcheck or above are eligible for the Seal of Excellence Awards in both HR and Health Safety and Environmental. This award showcases best practices and is highly valued by members as it demonstrates their commitment to continuous growth.

LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES  (Included in Platinum)

  • Professional legal support from an employment law solicitor in employment disputes
  • Insurance available to cover tribunal awards and costs associated with tribunal representation
  • Access to our In-House lawyer service “Legal Plus” for Commercial and Employment law
  • Access to Legal Consultancy services

Gold

Gold membership includes all the benefits of Trade Membership, and offers extensive business support, providing unlimited access to specialist advisors in Human Resources, Health and Safety, and Environmental via telephone and email. Additionally, members gain access to a wide range of online resources.

Gold Membership is the foundation support for HR and HSE.

Our Gold Membership is perfect for companies either without an HR or HSE infrastructure, or those with an in-house solution needing a robust second line of defence. This membership provides expert support to tackle complex HR and HSE issues, deliver up-to-date compliance advice, and offer additional resources during peak times or unforeseen challenges. It ensures your business is well-protected from potential risks, enhances HR efficiency, and allows you to concentrate on your core operations with peace of mind.

HR SUPPORT SERVICES

  • Support and advice from BOSS industry-specific HR advisers with an allocated point of contact.
  • Unlimited Telephone and E-mail Support
  • Access to Resource and Documents online
  • BOSS industry-specific HR advisers to develop Guidance, Templates and Risk Assessments via virtual meetings / reviews, telephone and email.

H&S SUPPORT SERVICES

  • Support and advice from BOSS industry-specific H&S advisers
  • H&S support and advice during accident/incident investigations reportable under RIDDOR to HSE
  • H&S support when a HSE Regulator or local authority wishes to carry out a site visit
  • Access to Resource and Documents online
  • Access to HSE Secure Road Map with full support from BOSS industry-specific H&S advisers to develop Guidance, Templates and Risk Assessments via virtual Meetings / reviews, telephone and email.

Trade

Trade membership provides valuable networking opportunities, insightful industry knowledge, and fosters a culture of excellence within our sector.

Benefits include:

  • Industry Insights & Networking: Stay connected with the latest trends and updates in our industry and expand your network through exclusive events such as our Leaders of the Future and Sustainability Conferences, Members’ Day and BOSS Industry Awards. all at discounted member rates.
  • A collective voice to Government: BOSS meet with the Department for Business & Trade every 3 weeks and respond to government consultations on the industry’s behalf. You can stay up to date with our lobbying updates via e-mails directly to your inbox.
  • Business Support & Guidance: BOSS Trade Members receive updates to important legislation and at Gold and Platinum, have access to receive expert tailored to your business.
  • BOSS Special Interest Groups: Tackle topical industry challenges, learn from market leaders, and share experiences. Our special interest groups and forums allow peers with a wealth of industry - specific knowledge to come together and share on subjects such as data, sustainability, and people & culture. View the groups here.
  • BOSS Regional Committees: The BOSS regions were created to allow companies to engage with opportunities in their local area such as networking events, trade shows and fundraising initiatives. The regions are run by a committee of volunteers from the industry. These committees act to serve the needs of companies at local level through offering networking and social events as well as trade events such as exhibitions or fund-raising initiatives. We encourage all Members to get involved.
  • Training & Development: Access a variety of training courses to help you stay ahead. There's something for everyone, from short courses to apprenticeships. Programmes are available for any age, offering a great way to upskill your workforce. Find out more here.
  • PR Opportunities: Don’t forget to share your success stories with us! We’re always happy to promote any good news stories or highlight new launches through our PR channels.

Trade

Trade membership provides valuable networking opportunities, insightful industry knowledge, and fosters a culture of excellence within our sector.

  • Industry Insights & Networking: Stay connected with the latest trends and updates in our industry and expand your network through exclusive events such as our Leaders of the Future and Sustainability Conferences, Members’ Day and BOSS Industry Awards, all at discounted member rates.
  • A collective voice to Government: BOSS meet with the Department for Business & Trade every 3 weeks and respond to government consultations on the industry’s behalf. You can stay up to date with our lobbying updates via e-mails directly to your inbox.
  • Business Support & Guidance: BOSS Trade Members receive updates to important legislation and at Gold and Platinum, have access to receive expert tailored to your business.
  • BOSS Special Interest Groups: Tackle topical industry challenges, learn from market leaders, and share experiences. Our special interest groups and forums allow peers with a wealth of industry - specific knowledge to come together and share on subjects such as data, sustainability, and people & culture. View the groups here.
  • BOSS Regional Committees: The BOSS regions were created to allow companies to engage with opportunities in their local area such as networking events, trade shows and fundraising initiatives. The regions are run by a committee of volunteers from the industry. These committees act to serve the needs of companies at local level through offering networking and social events as well as trade events such as exhibitions or fund-raising initiatives. We encourage all Members to get involved.
  • Training & Development: Access a variety of training courses, workshops, and resources to help you and your team stay ahead. There's something for everyone, from short courses to NVQs and Apprenticeships. Did you know apprenticeships are available for any age, offering a great way to upskill your workforce—and they’re 95% funded by the government – Find out more here
  • PR Opportunities: Don’t forget to share your success stories with us! We’re always happy to promote any good news stories or highlight new launches through our PR channels.

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