Winc

For other uses, see WINC (disambiguation).

Winc
Company typePrivate
IndustryOffice supply retailing
Founded1986 (1986)
Headquarters
Australia
Area served
Australia
Key people
Peter Kelly, CEO
Websitewinc.com.au

Winc is a workplace suppies company operating in Australia supplying office essentials, furniture, safety equipment and IT solutions with 30,000 products in stock. [1][2] This includes office products, copy paper, education supplies, art & craft, cleaning & hygiene, furniture[3], kitchen essentials, packaging & mailroom supplies, health & safety, technology[4] and IT solutions.

The company was previously known as Staples[5] and Corporate Express. Winc Australia operates across all states and territories and also includes Business Interiors, which is a premium office design division for corporate fit-outs.

The company focuses  on supporting businesses to be more productive and successful through the supply of a broad range of products and services that a workplace needs. Industries served include professional services[6], retail[7], government[8], schools[9], early learning[10], hospitals and allied health[11], aged care[12], facilities management[13] and industrial[14]. Customers include large enterprise, government organisations, not-for-profits, schools and small to medium sized businesses.

History

The Winc brand was launched in September 2017. It stands for Work Incorporated.[15] The new brand was created in conjunction with Platinum Equity after it completed the acquisition of the Staples business in Australia in April 2017.[16] In February 2018, Platinum Equity also completed the acquisition of the OfficeMax business in Australia.[17][18]

Social Agenda

Winc created its first Social Agenda in September 2021 which formalised the company's commitments in the areas of Safe Work Practices, First Nations Peoples’ Support & Empowerment, Climate Change, Responsible Packaging & Waste Management, Gender Equality and Ethical Sourcing. Progress reports are published twice yearly. By 2030, Winc's goal includes using only 100% renewable energy at Winc sites, diverting 90% of all waste from landfill and reducing Scope 1 carbon emissions by 55% compared to 2021 levels. [19]

Mandura, a First Nations owned and controlled workplace supplies company and joint venture with Winc, was created in partnership with Awabakal Worimi Scott Allen in September 2021. Mandura donates 20% of profits to the Pauline E. McLeod Foundation to support programs in the areas of First Nations mental health, education and employment.

Winc published its fifth Reconciliation Action Plan in 2022 [20]and focused on the company's support of First Nations businesses to increase their representation in the Winc supply chain thereby supporting customers to contribute to sustainable and meaningful change within the First Nations community.

Products

Winc delivers over 45,000 boxes to workplaces every working day[21]

Winc’s product categories include:[22]

1. Office Products-  Paper, Planning and Organisation, filing and storage, retail and business supplies, stationary, whiteboards

2. Furniture- Chairs & Seating, Desks and Workstations, Storage, Tables, Whiteboards, Screens and Acoustics, Education   furniture

3. Technology- Audio & Visual, Cable and Powers, Computer & Accessories, Data Protection, Gaming, Phone & Conferencing, Printers, ink and shredders

4. Packaging- Labels and tags, Mailing supplies, Packaging Supplies, Tapes and adhesive, Tools, Trolleys and ladders

5. Health & Safety- First aid, medical supplies, Personal protective equipment, Site Safety, Workwear & Footwear

6. Education- Early Education, Education furniture, School supplies, Math and science equipment, Technology and STEM, Sport, games and outdoors

7. Cleaning & Hygiene- Bed, bathroom and Laundry,  Cleaning equipment, bin and liners, cleaning products, personal care, pest control, toilet papers and paper towels

8. Kitchen- Drinks, Food, Kitchenware, Tableware, Appliances and Disposable Catering

9. Art & Craft- Art Books, Craft Supplies, Drawing, Glue & Adhesives, Modeling and Sculpting, Painting and Paper Board

Services

Winc provides a range of services in addition to supplying products. These include workspace design, furniture and technology solutions as well as managed print and promotional marketing services [23] Key service offerings include:

  • Furniture Solutions

Winc offers end-to-end furniture project services, including procurement, on-site assembly, and furniture fit-outs. It also provides end-of-life furniture assessments and product stewardship programs in partnership with suppliers, as well as flexible financing options. [24]

 

  • Technology Solutions

Winc’s technology solutions cover the full life cycle of IT assets: from planning and procurement through to deployment, configuration and e-waste management in partnership with suppliers. [25]  It offers national logistics and delivery and both pre-sales and post-sales technical support.

  • Managed Print Services

Winc’s managed print services are intended to reduce printing costs, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance document management. The services cover printing hardware supply, electronic content management, 3D printing solutions, scanning and workflow tools, and automated consumables replenishment. [26]

  • Print & Marketing Solutions

Winc offers print and marketing material for campaigns and events, bespoke merchandise and custom packaging solutions. It also supports managed warehouse programs for stock of marketing or promotional items [27]

References

  1. ^ "Consolidate suppliers to cap business costs". Financial Review. Retrieved 15 February 2018.
  2. ^ "Why technology is beneficial for the cleaning industry". Australasia's Cleaning Industry and Environmental Technology Magazine. 9 February 2019. Retrieved 12 February 2019.
  3. ^ "Winc Furniture Solutions |". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  4. ^ "Winc Technology Solutions |". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  5. ^ "The $10 billion battle for nation's Station Cupboards". The Sydney Morning Herald. 2 October 2017. Retrieved 15 February 2018.
  6. ^ "Professional Services | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  7. ^ "Retail | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  8. ^ "Government | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  9. ^ "Education | Schools | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  10. ^ "Early Learning | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  11. ^ "Hospitals, Healthcare & Allied Health | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  12. ^ "Aged Care | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  13. ^ "Facilities Management | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  14. ^ "Industrial | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  15. ^ Spencer, Leon (7 August 2017). "Staples unveils new A/NZ brand name". ARN. Retrieved 15 February 2018.
  16. ^ "Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition of Staples' Business in Australia and New Zealand". www.platinumequity.com. Retrieved 12 February 2019.
  17. ^ "Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition of OfficeMax Business in Australia". www.platinumequity.com. Retrieved 12 February 2019.
  18. ^ "US-based Staples' A/NZ buyer buys out OfficeMax AU with intent to merge". channellife.com.au. Retrieved 12 February 2019.
  19. ^ "Social Agenda | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  20. ^ "Corporate Responsibility | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  21. ^ "About Winc |". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  22. ^ "What We Offer | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  23. ^ "What We Offer | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  24. ^ "Winc Furniture Solutions |". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  25. ^ "Winc Furniture Solutions |". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  26. ^ "Managed Print Services Australia | Reduce Costs & Improve Workflow | Winc". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
  27. ^ "Winc Print and Marketing Solutions |". Retrieved 23 October 2025.
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