By
being a member of the SPMA, the company can reap in the benefits of
opening itself up to the rest of the paper world.
Thus
this leads to increased networking and business opportunities among
both the members and the international paper community. Besides, the
sharing of information keeps the members abreast of the latest
happenings and news about the paper industry, both in the regional
and international arena. This exchange of information is helpful in
the making of vital business decisions.
No
trade or industry is the true standing without its own Association,
and the existence of the SPMA, fully supported by the majority of
the Singapore paper merchants, lends status and credibility to the
paper merchanting sector. Thus the membership acts as a hallmark of
professional competence and business integrity. Besides, members can
also directly or indirectly influence the decision making process,
to the benefit of all parties.