Burlington becomes a member of the prestigious BCFA (British contract furnishing association)
The British Contract Furnishing Association (BCFA) is the business
association for the British contract furnishing industry. Our members
are leading designers, manufacturers and suppliers of furnishing
services to the office, hospitality, education and healthcare industry.
Who we are and what we do
Established in 1970 The BCFA is the only business association dedicated to serving the UK contract furnishing market.
Members furnish buildings throughout the UK and many operate on a
worldwide basis. The potential applications are extensive and include;
hotels, restaurants, offices, schools & universities, hospitals,
carehomes, cruise ships , outdoor spaces, sporting and leisure venues -
in fact anywhere outside the domestic housing market.
The aim of the BCFA is to encourage and maintain levels of excellence in design, innovation, product quality and in particular in customer service.
Promoting designers, manufacturers and suppliers of contract furnishings the BCFA takes a strong commercial stance to improve the business prospects of its members. Key
activities include active networking forums, a government lobby,
exhibitions, publications and professional development. This is in
addition to providing independent and authoritative advice on key industry issues.
The BCFA has a range of activities to support members in their quest
to turn opportunities into valuable new business. This support platform
allows them to take advantage of the ever changing global economy in
ways that they could not do alone.
How do we help our members...
- In depth research on the market, news & business opportunities
- Bringing the member's products and services to the attention of
the market via the web, members' directory and relationships with the
industry press
- Networking events facilitating opportunities to meet buyers and to build relationships with existing customers
- Channelling members’ views to government & regulatory bodies and ensuringtheir interests are protected.
- Providing knowledge through our education programme
- Appointed representative by the Government to provide guidance
to UK companies on promotion overseas including access to government
funding.
- Agreeing preferential rates with service companies that may be used by members.
- Product & project endorsement through BCFA accreditation & awards schemes.
- Membership of the industry trade association endorses your status in the industry.
‘Over 4 decades many companies have used membership of the BCFA to
create successful businesses. In this highly competitive industry
membership of the BCFA gives tangible benefits and provides a vital
marketing advantage. Customers can expect a commitment to excellence
from BCFA members.’ Carolyn Mitchell, BCFA Director, Contract Sales
Director Walker Greenbank.