Predictions 2012–Support After the Sale Key

Ben Robinson of Stahls' Hotronix predicts: Support after the sale will be more important than ever in 2012.

It’s almost time to call it a year–and here’s hoping that 2012 will be a better year for businesses of all shapes and sizes. Congratulations to those of you who made it through this tough economic year by going after new business and focusing on the needs of your customers. Ben Robinson, General Manager of Stahls’ Hotronix, has contributed to my 2012 predictions series. Here’s what he has to say:

By Ben Robinson

In 2012—more than ever—it will be the year of support after the sale. After a bad turn in the economy, customers are trying to make their capital expenditures last longer. Whether it’s a heat press, a cutter, a printer or a washing machine, customers expect support on used equipment and will look to repair rather than buy new in many cases. Companies providing this support will be in the driver’s seat for a long term relationship with its customers. A buyer/supplier relationship is a delicate thing but a good experience will provide long lasting dividends for both. With all the social networking in today’s world, it’s much easier for customers to spread the word about both good and bad support experiences. The word will be out on who does and who doesn’t provide the appropriate level of after the sale support. The world is watching—and reading online—and companies that don’t meet up to their promises will quickly be exposed.

Thanks Ben, and I must agree that companies are indeed going to have to step it up next year on many levels, including support.

 

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  1. Happy New Year to the Stahls entire family! Thank you Ted for this blog – while I may not be in your particular industry, I do love to read the business and life related articles as they are applicable to all – such fabulous advice to keep the little guy like me on the cutting edge of business.
    Todays article “Support after the Sale Key” is so important and key to customer service, no matter what business you are in.
    A Happy and Prosperous New Year to all – !

    Sharon Bialic Kuzenko

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