Maplin Electronics is a retailer of electronic goods in the UK and Ireland which was published in 1972. It originally started as a small mail order business in a bedroom at the founder’s home in Rayleigh, Essex. Despite a slow start and dwindling profit in the first year, the company began to create a reputation for offering first grade electronic components that are delivered exactly as shown in the catalogue by first class post. Their journey to success continues as they opened their first store and sales started to boost. The company expands hugely until they become one of the leading electronic suppliers in the country today.