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The Kerridge Commercial Systems Rental Division has been operating for over 25 years, with both the team and customer base continuing to grow worldwide. But let's take a step back to the beginning... Established in 1997 as Maple Software, the team was made up of 10 employees dedicated to introducing the first Windows-based asset management application to the rental industry. The product's name? inspHire. In 2000, the company was renamed after this very product, and two of the individuals who have been instrumental in the success of the Kerridge Commercial Systems Rental Division; Managing Director, Graham Dobbs, and Operations Director, Matt Cunningham. We sat down to talk to Graham and Matt about their journey, significant milestones for the company, and what lies ahead for KCS Rental to mark their personal 25th anniversary with the business.

In July 2024, Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) acquired Klipboard to strengthen its ERP and business management software services by creating another division for field services alongside distribution, automotive and rental industries. KCS’s strategy aims to enhance its market-leading, vertical-specific cloud software solutions . The Klipboard acquisition represents a significant advancement in KCS’s dedication to providing innovative field service management software on a global scale. 

The ERA Convention 2024 brought together hundreds of voices within the European equipment rental industry. Hosted at the Sana Marques Hotel Lisbon, this year's event was a vibrant hub for networking, learning and showcasing innovations shaping the future of our industry. From inspHire’s perspective, it was a fantastic opportunity to engage with our community, showcase our latest advancements and gain insights into the evolving landscape of rental solutions. 

In today's fast-paced rental industry, efficient and secure payment methods are paramount. As technology evolves, so must the ways in which we handle transactions. Pay-by-link is an innovative payment solution that's poised to transform how businesses operate. With the upcoming version of inspHire Office integrating pay-by-link through our partnership with Worldpay, let's explore how this feature can benefit your business: 

At Kerridge Commercial Systems, our unwavering dedication drives us to deliver unparalleled service and innovative solutions to our worldwide community of users. And the rental division is no exception. But once a customer is live with their hire management solution, what's next? We recently spoke with KCS Rental veteran, Paul Buckley, and powerhouse, Simon Berry, to discuss how their integral roles play a part of our customer's journey.

The Hire Association Europe (HAE) is the leading trade association for hire and rental companies in the UK. Formed in 1974, the HAE and EHA (Event Hire Association) has more than 3,500+ business members across the UK relying on them to guide the way in the hire and rental industry.

What is National Apprenticeship Week (NAW)? A week-long celebration taking place on 5th - 11th February 2024 that brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. This year marks the 17th annual celebration of apprenticeships and the theme for 2024 is ‘Skills for life’.

We’re proud to say that 2023 has been defined by remarkable achievements for inspHire. As we bid farewell to the year, we thought we’d take the time to reflect on our progress as we continue our journey to empower rental businesses across the country.