PromZ Vak 3 · 2024

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Who says what in this issue? <11>

Supplier vs. intermediary <12>

CEO of the Plato Group Rob Looye: "I am just a temporary part of the timeline of this beautiful company." <14>

Chinese brands in the Netherlands part 7: Xiaomi. <22>

The importance of non-verbal communication <29>

How is the business continuity of Dutch distributors and suppliers? <34>

Special: Promotional Food & Drinks. <41>

Coffee cups made from coffee grounds: Coffee Based. <49>

Tasty Present: more than just chocolate. <54>

A headphone you can repair yourself. <61>

The history of workwear, part 2. <67>

Mascot has big ambitions <70>

Next Gen goes Poland. <75>

AI in the Workplace? Here's What You Can Do with It. <77>

Next Gen: Toby Raaijmakers from LogoChoc. <83>

New ProductZ. <86>

Notez. <95>

COLOPHON

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