Sydney, Jan 10: Officeworks, an Australian retail chain, recently conducted a study revealing that Australian parents are expected to spend nearly $1,200 and over two hours preparing each child for the new school year.
The study found that 51 per cent of parents are worried about the expenses associated with back-to-school shopping, emphasizing the financial and time pressures families face.
To address these concerns, Officeworks offers various cost-effective and time-saving tools and services.
These include the School List Service, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) purchasing assistance, and a Price Beat Guarantee.
These services are designed to reduce stress and ensure parents can confidently acquire the necessary items at the best prices.
The research further highlights the significant amount of time parents spend shopping for school supplies, averaging over two hours per child.
Officeworks’ School List Service streamlines this process, allowing parents to upload a school list online and save an average of 20 per cent on their purchases.
This service finds the most affordable items on the list, which can be collected in-store or delivered.
Technology purchases are a major concern for parents, with the study showing an expected average expenditure of around $484 on school tech, and some parents anticipating spending up to $1,000. Officeworks’ BYOD purchasing assistant aids in selecting appropriate technology, providing recommendations based on the child’s year level or school’s BYOD requirements. Officeworks also offers a Price Beat Guarantee and a Tech Trade In program, where unused tech devices can be exchanged for gift cards.
The study also indicates that parents often need to replenish school supplies multiple times a year. Therefore, there is a strong preference for buying quality products that last the entire school year.
Officeworks Managing Director, Sarah Hunter, stated that the company aims to make back-to-school shopping easier and more enjoyable. Officeworks seeks to alleviate parents’ concerns about costs and time, and equip Australian children for success in the upcoming school year.
Customers can explore Officeworks’ Back to School range and services either online or by visiting any of their 169 stores across Australia.
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