hi all,
The need to keep your store or boutique stocked with as many items as possible can quickly lead to a cluttered store and storage area. You want customers to know that you will always have their size, that you will always have lots to choose from, and that you are responsible with reordering items before they sell out. Keeping up with your inventory can build confidence in your customers and keep them coming back, time after time.
On the other hand, you don't want your customers to feel like they're crowded or that your store is trying to carry more than it can handle. It's frustrating to shop in a store where there's so much clutter that it's impossible to leisurely browse or find what you need if you're in a hurry. A delicate balance of fully stocked and not cluttered is necessary to make your customers feel happy about shopping in your boutique.
Managing your store room is important, because this may be the only "out of sight" area that you have available. If your boutique is small, like most are, then you probably don't have much room to start with. Managing it properly can not only help you to find what you need to fill a garment rack in a hurry, but it can also help you keep track of your inventory for inventory control purposes. Use rolling garment racks to hang clothes that need to be steamed or that are waiting to be put on the floor. Nesting garment racks are great for small store rooms. You can also use sturdy shelving to keep things organized and as close to the ceiling as possible. You don't want to waste any usable space.
