Checklist for Opening Your Retail Store

A Simple Checklist for Opening Your Retail Store

This is a checklist to help you get your store ready for business (not in any particular order).

Make sure that:

• Your electrical wiring and appliances are all in place and working.
• Your flooring is finished, treated, and clean.
• You have set up up shelving in a way that is convenient for customers.
• Lighting is sufficient.
• You choose decor that complements with your business theme.
• You get the proper signs for your store, inside as well as outside.
• The windows are clean.
• Your cash resisters work. Do a test run.
• You have your float (cash) ready.
• Your credit card terminals work properly.
• You have bags ready for products purchased.
• Your staff is trained and ready.
• Your shelves are stocked and items priced and bar coded.
• Your store is has certified safety regulations in place.
• You have the proper paperwork filed.
• You have obtained all the proper permits for your business.
• You have a grand opening sale in place—it's good marketing.

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