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Every window treatment dealer wants to improve margins. But when it comes to actually finding and acting on the areas of the business where profitability can be gained, the details start to get a little fuzzy. In this article, we’ll review 3 issues that can drag down profitability for window…

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Across the window fashions industry, many fabricators have been forced to increase prices due to rising materials costs. This places even more importance on the ability of retailers to have up-to-date pricing and product details automatically integrated into their configure, price, quote (CPQ) systems. It also serves as a significant... Read More

Having the right software partner is vital for any fabricator, especially when it comes to growing product lines and order quantities to meet the needs of larger contracts. But as you’ll find in this article, the right partner should be able to do more than help you increase and streamline... Read More

Changing expectations of customers mean window treatment retailers need to continually modify their approaches to marketing and selling. Technology is driving much of this change as customers look for greater responsiveness and a more seamless, accessible experience. As you look to get the most out of your marketing and sales... Read More

The window treatment world is in a class of their own. With hundreds of design and hardware options from fabricators across the country, making decisions on what works best for clients can be daunting.  Not only are hard and soft window treatment choices limitless, dealers also have to constantly stay... Read More

The last mile in delivery and service presents some of the greatest challenges to retailers, and frustrations for customers. That’s why we’ve integrated Dispatch with Solatech software to help retailers create better customer experiences from start to finish. Dispatch is the market-leading field service toolset with a focus on delivering... Read More

DIY Blinds entered the window fashion market with the mission of making buying custom blinds easier than ever before. Their e-commerce site focuses on making shopping and checkout simple for customers. "Simple setup. Stylish Savings. At our very foundation, this is what we stand for and who we are,” said... Read More

The newest Solatech Alliance Partner is a familiar face to many in the industry. Texas-based TimberBlind MetroShade manufactures a wide array of blinds and shades and is the largest producer of two-inch horizontal blinds in the United States. Since its founding in 1998, the company has built a strong reputation... Read More

QuickBooks Online integration has been one of the most sought-after features from Solatech customers using our cloud based quote, sell, and electronic order submission software.  The time is here!  This new capability creates an end-to-end workflow solution for window fashion retail professionals, powering a streamlined flow of information from the…

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