US VAD bolsters distribution presence in the UK

New Southampton distribution centre set to open next month

US VAD ScanSource is set to bulk up its UK presence with a new distribution centre and office.

The distie said the new facility in Southampton will enhance the service offered to partners, while also extending order cut-off times for UK customers.

Meanwhile, a new office in Berkshire will bring together employees from ScanSource's audiovisual, unified comms and cloud units.

Paul Constantine, president of ScanSource's international business, said: "ScanSource is committed to our UK partners.

"We want to ensure it's easy for them to do business with us, while also enabling our teams to be highly effective at meeting our partners' needs across the region.

"With our enhanced UK presence, we are able to provide an even deeper level of support, delivering the solutions and services partners need as they strive to create an excellent customer experience for their end customers."

ScanSource said that the new distribution centre will be fully operational on 18 March, while the office will open in the same month.

The VAD already has offices in Bury and Hull.