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AWARDS UPDATE
The EDP Business Awards 2009 has proved a vintage year - despite the grey clouds hanging over the economy. The calibre of entries was extremely high: ranging from plcs and well-known brands, to start-up businesses with real entrepreneurial flair. When our first awards were opened 20 years ago, the business community was told that we hoped the awards would "inspire others, give encouragement and demonstrate that flair and initiative bring results". Those words hold true today. No one can doubt it's been a testing year for business. But when others have looked to cut corners as well as costs, there are businesses that have put a new emphasis on looking after staff and looking after customers. There are businesses that have adhered to their environmental principles and their commitment to the civic good. And there is one business that stands above the rest, our business of the year - Pine Solutions. Recession can be the mother of invention - and the best have innovated, found new revenue and new markets. Congratulations to all of our winners.
2009 Photo slideshow
Photos by Angela Sharpe from this year's EDP Business Awards night.


BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2009
Listen to Kevin Johnson from Pine Solutions talk about winning this year's Business of the Year award.

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2009 categories & Sponsors

Customer Care "Plus" Award

Norwich and Peterborough Building Society This year's winner: John Lewis Norwich
Judges will want to see evidence of post sale support to make sure the customer was satisfied and got what they wanted from their purchase and also examples of how companies deal with specific customer care related issues. Each finalist will be asked to provide evidence that shows a high level of customer focus, and that they are actively on the side of their customers - ultimately, that they do more for their customers than other companies in a similar line of business.
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