HOME ABOUT CARPETRIGHT INVESTORS MEDIA CR CAREERS RETAIL SITES You are here: Home » About Carpetright » Company Overview About Carpetright Company Overview Our History Our Vision Our Businesses Our Awards Board of Directors Executive Team FAQ's Company Overview Principal activities Carpetright plc is Europe’s leading specialist floor covering retailer, selling a wide range of carpets, rugs, vinyls and laminates together with associated accessories. In addition, the product offering was extended to selling beds in the UK following the acquisition of Sleepright in December 2008. The Group trades from 620 stores organised and managed in two geographical segments. These are the "UK" and the “Rest of Europe” (comprising The Netherlands, Belgium and the Republic of Ireland). Business objective and strategies The primary financial objective of the Group is to deliver long-term sustainable growth in earnings per share and cash flow. We aim to achieve this through the following strategies: Modernising the estate Introducing a new format with a more contemporary feel in which it is easier for customers to shop. Adjusting the portfolio Managing our store base to exploit opportunities which deliver better overall profitability. Enhancing our range of floor coverings and services Ensuring we continually improve and develop our flooring product ranges to provide consumers with a market leading product choice which offers great value, backed up by excellent customer service. Optimising digital as part of a multi-channel offering Extending the reach of Carpetright's brand by developing our online presence. Developing our bed proposition Developing a bed proposition as a complementary revenue stream to our core floor coverings business, offering consumers a wide choice at competitive prices. Simplifying our processes and a focus on cash management To provide the flexibility to offer competitive prices and improve our service, we have a programme of activity to simplify and reduce the cost of processes, alongside a focused approach to cash management. We aim to act responsibly towards all our stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, employees and the communities in which we operate. Our annual Corporate Responsibility Report is available in the CR pages of this website. ABOUT CARPETRIGHT About Carpetright Company Overview Our History Our Vision Our Businesses Our Awards Board of Directors Executive Team FAQ's INVESTORS Investors Corporate Governance Financial Overview Advisers Results & Presentations Annual Reports and AGM's Financial Calendar Investor FAQ RNS Announcements Share Price Information Investor Contacts CR CR Providing excellent service Developing committed people Sourcing great products Creating a safe place to work & shop Respect for the environment CAREERS Careers Learning & Development Job Application Form Our People Rewards & Benefits Why Join Carpetright? Opportunities Current Vacancies How to Apply Accessibility Terms & Conditions Privacy & Security Site map FAQ's Our Awards Contact Us Company Factsheet © 2010 Carpetright Plc.