A Legacy of Partnership and Community Focus
Amidst a growing emphasis on sustainability in the channel ecosystem, the recognition of Introstat as the global winner of the 2022 HP Amplify Impact Awards underscores the importance of prioritizing community impact. Their story illustrates the progress that can be achieved when businesses equip their partners with the necessary resources to enact meaningful change.
Introstat, a prominent IT print vendor based in South Africa, has been serving the community for the last 33 years and has distinguished itself as a multi-vendor value-added solution provider within this time. As a pioneering IT vendor in the region and an early partner to HP, Introstat was fundamental in helping HP achieve a major milestone of selling its one millionth printer in 1989. “It’s been a phenomenal experience to see the products and services develop over the years and how the landscape and industry has changed too,” shared Wayne Behrmann, CEO of Introstat.
While the products have changed over the years, what hasn’t changed is the company’s shared commitment to driving positive change for the planet, their people and the community in which they operate across.
Community engagement has always been an integral part of Introstat’s core company strategy, adding value not only to their bottom line but also to their organizational culture. “It’s part of who Introstat is,” explained Cindy Schroeder, Executive Director of Introstat. “Our employees are involved in our community upliftment projects and seeing the growth and change that it is making in these communities adds a lot of value. This all contributes to the culture that we are driving within the company.”
Operating within the complex socio-economic landscape of South Africa, Introstat recognizes the challenges presented by ongoing issues such as unemployment, educational disparities, the digital divide, and a skills gap between entry-level and senior management positions. In light of these challenges, Introstat has been committed to fostering an employment equity environment for years, striving to promote diversity and create opportunities.