Digital Office Supplies Ltd (DOS) joins forces with Automated Systems Group Ltd (ASL)

DOS, based in Essex, has now become part of the Automated Systems Ltd (ASL) Group of companies. Established 21 years ago, DOS is a successful MPS dealership, based in Thurrock, providing document management solutions to over 300 businesses in London & the South East.

Commenting on ASL's 7th acquisition in 5 years, Mark Garius, Managing Director of ASL, said: “DOS have a built a strong and loyal customer base in the south of England and they will add strength and depth to our coverage in those areas. We have made this acquisition as part of our on-going plans for growth and expansion, and we chose DOS carefully because their high standards and commitment to customer service match those of ASL.We are retaining their Essex office and staff as we recognise that their strong presence in the area needs to be maintained and grown."

DOS's owner and ten staff will join the ASL team, taking the company's total turnover to over £17m, headcount to over 110 employees, and they will continue their excellent MPS service, supported by ALS's additional capabilities. This includes a wider portfolio of cutting edge hardware equipment and leading paper management software solutions. DOS will also benefit from access to ASL's market-leading IT infrastructure that ensures delivery of the highest levels of service to all customers.

ASL was founded in 1991 and is one of the largest independent reprographics print solution suppliers in the UK.It services 5000 customers in East Anglia, the Midlands, London and the South East of England, with offices in Cambridge, Great Yarmouth, Milton Keynes, Solihull, Central London & Essex.

For more information about ASL, go to www.asl-group.co.uk

Notes to editors

ASL are one of the UK's leading independent document resellers, supplying and managing print, copy and scan solutions from world leading manufacturers. The company is based in Cambridge with offices in the midlands, London and Milton Keynes employing 100 staff and looks after around 5000 customers across the UK.

For more information, contact Andrew Hoyle on 0845 207 7000, email enquiries@asl-group.co.uk or go to www.asl-group.co.uk