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NFRN inks partnership with SME services platform Bionic

Federation of Independent Retailers (NFRN) has announced a new partnership with SME services platform Bionic.

Bionic, previously Make It Cheaper, offers a one-stop solution for business energy, broadband, phone and finance, saving retailers time and money when sorting out their business essentials.


NFRN said the partnership has the potential to save £1,305 a year for its members by switching business energy contract alone.

“Now, more than ever, store owners are in need of services that will save them time and money. Alongside staff wages and stock, energy is one of the biggest expenses or independent retailers so getting the best possible tariff for that and for all business essentials is a must,” commented Stuart Reddish, national president of the NFRN.

“By working with Bionic we can make sure that members are not paying over the odds for their energy, gas and telecoms costs. There are some substantial savings to be had.”

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