The last week of December and the entire month of January is the busiest time of year for SCHULTE closet systems. As soon as the holidays are over, customers want order and control back in their home and resolving to get organized for the New Year is always a popular resolution. 

What better way to accomplish this goal than purchasing a SCHULTE storage system?  By promoting SCHULTE product during this time of year, you can give your sales a huge jump start in 2010.  Here are some tips on what you can do to make this a successful selling season for your business.

• Point out to your customers the time and effort they can save all year long by getting organized now.  If they’re organized, they will have more time to do the things they really love.
• Train associates on the SCHULTE difference so they can point out our features and benefits versus the competition. 
  • Superior strength – our storage systems hold up to 250 pounds per linear foot.
  • Selection – SCHULTE offers wood shelves and ventilated shelving to fit your customer’s style and budget.
  • Adjustability – our unique system adjusts to fit your customer’s changing needs. 
• Train key associates to design perfect closet solutions for their customers.  We can help with training, so contact us if you need a special session. 
• Change end caps to promote SCHULTE closet solutions.
• Do a SCHULTE cycle count as soon as possible, to ensure you are in stock on key items.
• Check literature inventory.  Make sure you have enough to accommodate your customers during this busy season. 
• Check vignettes.  Make sure all drawer glides work on O-Boxes, there are no chips on melamine product, vignettes are clean and display clothing is appropriate for the season.

This type of proactive mindset can drive traffic into your stores and showrooms.  By being prepared, you’ll have the tools you need for a successful new year in the storage and organization category.