Daikin Airconditioning UK prepares to build on the power of partnerships

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Sir Matthew Pinsent (centre), four times a winner of an Olympic gold medal in coxless fours rowing, gave a sporting insight into the power of partnerships at the formal launch of the Daikin D1 Partnership. He is pictured with senior management of Daikin Europe
Daikin Airconditioning UK has formally launched its D1 partnering programme for air-conditioning installers at a conference that included an address by 4-times Olympic gold-medal winner Sir Matthew Pinsent. The D1 Network was conceived in 2003 and introduced to the trade towards the end of 2004. Full membership began in January of this year. The programme has been developed as a mutually beneficially partnership between Daikin and its key installers. It is intended go considerably further than the traditional relationship between supplier and installer via an innovative customer loyalty programme and ‘added value’ to Daikin products. The partnership also embraces a firm commitment to high-quality engineering, sound installation techniques, professional staff training and tip-top after-sales service and maintenance. Important benefits to installers include a 5-year warranty and the opportunity to attain Daikin approved-installer status, both of which Daikin regards as valuable aids to securing business and increasing customer confidence. Membership of the D1 network also implies a complete understanding of Daikin’s massive investment in advanced technology and environmental consciousness. A willingness to embrace Daikin philosophies and standards is indicated by membership of the D1 Network.
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