FAQ
When did Encompass Infoshop begin ? In 1994 by 2 University students,
with one of them Allen Gianatti, now a successful Perth businessman,
now owning 100%.
I have forgot my Encompass Card - no problem bring in photo ID and
we will look up your name on our secure system.
Why do you give a greater discount for eftpos ? Eftpos is more streamlined
and efficent for us, additionally we don't rip of taxman by trying to
pocket cash transactions !
How can Encompass Infoshop offer such great discounts - easy we are
an very efficient organisation. Ask your Vice Chancellor when Encompass
Infoshop is taking over the bookshop on your campus. Afterall shouldn't
your University being looking after your best interests.
Can I order a any book ? YES easily done ! It will take from a few
days to several weeks to arrive depending on the availability.
Can I order online ? This should be available soon.
Can my order be delivered to home or work ? The cost is $8.50 for the
first book and $4.00 for each subsequent book on the same order for
delivery within Australia. Account customers should contact thier account
representation for delivery costs.
Can I bring in books from overseas ? No it is against the Copyright
Act to bring in books from overseas. Australia is still a closed market
for books.
My campus bookshop says it 'non-profit' but has higher prices than
Encompass Infoshop - why is that so. After 12 years we still don't know
- after all if you don't pay tax you have a huge competitive advantage
over us. These 'non-profit' bookshops should do the right thing and
let us take over - after if they are really 'non-profit' wouldn't they
want the best for the students ??? We have some great letters from idiots
who work for "student unions" who claim that we are harming
students by selling books cheaply.
Can I work for Encompass Infoshop ? If you are interested please come
to your Encompass Infoshop about 3-4 weeks before the beginning of University
semester.
I'm not a student can I still buy books from Encompass Infoshop ? Yes
- get an Encompass Card you recieve the same great discounts as students.
Can my parents come in buy my books with out me ? Yes they can however
they must have the same surname. Alternatively they can fax details
of the books needed, copy of ID and credit card to us for you to collect.
Can I return a book I bought from Encompass Infoshop ? Yes please review
our returns policy.
I wish to order books for my library, company or department, can I
order from Encompass Infoshop ? Encompass Infoshop supplies many Government
libraries, Universities and companies with their book needs at very
low prices - just contact us for a quote or simply fax us a purchase
order.