Leading Edge Group

About Our Company

The Leading Edge Group began life in 1986 as Electronic Enterprises, a buying group set up to help independent retailers achieve a much higher level of purchasing power, and to access training and information more effectively than ever before. Initially focusing on the home theatre market, it soon became apparent that the business model that had been applied so successfully to one market could quite easily be delivered to other vertical markets.

Without sacrificing their unique identity, business style or culture, Members of the Leading Edge family are able to achieve more than could otherwise be done by acting alone. In 1997, a diverse range of independently successful buying groups was consolidated under the brand name of the Leading Edge Group, making it one of the largest retail entities in Australia. Leading Edge Group now includes over 1500 stores.

Leading Edge Telecoms Members offer solutions while our competitors worry about selling a product for a price. Leading Edge Telecoms is a national franchised group of businesses who are specialist retailers of Industry leading Telecoms. We sell hundreds of thousands of products to customers every year, all over Australia from busy CBD locales, to the suburbs out to regional and rural Australia.

Our Vision

Leading Edge Group – Building Valuable Business Communities

To survive in today’s increasingly competitive market, companies are constantly searching for the edge that will make the difference between a profitable and expanding business and one that struggles to keep its head above water.

With the continued growth of market share enjoyed by larger companies and corporations in all facets of today’s society, modern independent businesses are at a distinct disadvantage, not having access to the buying power, market presence or the resources available to larger businesses. As such, margins are shrinking, costs are rising, and the ability to address and capture additional market share is becoming increasingly difficult. Business owners are therefore spending more time trying to address these issues, often losing ground to the competition no matter how hard they try.

At Leading Edge, we have been assisting independent businesses develop and grow their business since 1986, increasing their margins and sales through lower costs and the added benefits membership of a buying group offers.

OUR MEMBERS BENEFIT THROUGH:

	Increased sales from proactive marketing and sales activity
	Increased margins through effective supplier initiatives
	Improved profitability, through savings in operating costs
	Improved management skills
	Improved funding through more flexible credit terms
	Increased productivity through the operation of a single purchasing account

Leading Edge Group is best described as a buying and promotional support group. We leverage the strength of the combined value of many small businesses, uniting the buying and marketing power of individuals. That combined power is used to improve the bottom line profitability for each Member, creating advantages for independents that assist in the development of sustainable businesses.

Testimonials

Leading Edge membership has allowed me to finally reduce my costs to a level that

significantly impacts my profitability. Extra margin on lead titles as well as savings on numerous ongoing fees & subscriptions have resulted in a much healthier bottom line on my annual accounts. Leading Edge membership has made my business a part of a larger family of independent booksellers. The exchange of ideas and access to expertise within that family allows me to better compete with chains and Direct Distributors by honing my skills of service and industry knowledge.
Scott Whitmont
Lindfield Bookshop, NSW

We were the first Leading Edge Jewellery store in Australia. The need for brand

recognition and a structured marketing program were our main reasons to join. We are now part of a dynamic group that has exactly that! The marketing program, the FANTASTIC catalogues and Point of Sale packs are the best in the business. We now have a 12 month package and our TURNOVER and GROSS PROFIT increase since joining this group reflect this.
Colin Morrison
Leading Edge Jewellers Albany

Since joining Leading Edge in 1994 we have been able to stay independent, keep

abreast of changes in the industry whilestill making our own decisions in relation to the ordering of movies and enjoying the support of Head Office and competitive prices. Leading Edge has professional people to help in all areas of our business from purchasing product to setting up our retirement.
Dick & Margaret Hoogerdyk
Leading Edge Video Dapto

Joining Leading Edge has allowed us very positive and profitable growth.

Peter Finlay
LET – Moranbah, QLD

Joining Leading Edge Computers has allowed us to have an edge on our

competitors so without it we would be the same as everyone else.
Leading Edge Computers, Dubbo, NSW

Leading Edge provides us with an excellent base of peers from which we can draw both

past experiences and knowledge, be it technical or business orientated, and this to us would be one of the most valuable assets of the group. Without Leading Edge our store would still be carrying very little stock, surviving on low margins with only two staff and would not be the dominant force in our area that it is.
Guy Coble
Leading Edge Computers Cowra

Joining Leading Edge Computers has given me access to many benefits such as

the ability to deal with the big suppliers, access to Service contracts and to buy at competitive prices. We have monthly catalogues that could not be produced so cheaply even if we had the time. The Leading Edge Computer Members are fantastic and are always willing to share their experience with the rest of the group.
Leading Edge Computers, Albany, WA