The awards recognise small and medium-size enterprises that improve their business and impact on society through leadership and integration of corporate social responsibility policies.

Pureprint won the Big Tick after demonstrating responsible business practice and achievements in a number of operational and commercial areas.

This included gaining a 79% staff satisfaction score in its 2007 customer satisfaction survey; saving £100,000 a year by using more resources in a more efficient and environmentally friendly manner; and 69% of its customers saying they had changed their views on environmental issues as a result of dealing with Pureprint.

Pureprint Group, which includes Beacon Press, serves sectors including corporate print, report and accounts, fine art, as well as the broad commercial market.