Each member of our team has done extensive research on what problem he/she wanted to solve for Hire Attire. We have four main recommendations with sub-recommendations included as well. The team has stated what each problem is and how we can solve it.

Donation Strategies and Techniques

• Function donation strategies to allow for better organization

  • Creating clear guidelines between donors and the Office on the official website/page

    • Allows for smoother donation process and communication when donors donation clothes

  • Accepting donations and strategies in an effective manner

    • Allows for effective strategies when accepting donations and determining the quality of clothes

  • Donation inventory

    • Allows for consistency and data results for future references and accuracy for donations

 

Organization and Space Management

• Maximizing use of a small layout

  • Creating clear walkable areas to optimize what’s essential for an easier flow of traffic

    • Avoids consumers getting overwhelmed with the closet and having an easier sense of direction

• Trying Transparency with Glass

  • Allowing customers to see through glass/plexiglass will make them feel like the store is less cluttered and make it more spacious even with a small space.

• Hidden Storage for Optimal Space Use

  • Creating furniture that serves multiple purposes is recommended to maximize space while offering extra storage solutions.

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Inventory Management for a Smoother System

• Implementing Inventory Management Tools in Clothing Closets

  • Creating clear guidelines on how to track inventory while using different systems

    • Avoiding overstocking or misplacing clothing is achievable with this software, as it allows us to monitor our available inventory at all times

• Preventing shortages and overstock

  • Creating a balanced inventory requires setting limits for each item to prevent shortages and overstock, and conducting regular inventory checks to ensure items are not piling up or running out

• Tracking Donations

  • Allowing for efficient inventory management, a digital tagging system ensures that every donated item is recorded, minimizing human errors and providing regular reports to keep track of donations

• Organizing Donations Properly

  • Creating an efficient donation system involves immediately sorting donations by category and using digital tags with details like size and category

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Business Structure and Management

• Business structure for a clothing closet

  • Creating structure for clothing closet for specific benefits, while maintaining efficiency

    • Allowing for a clear order in a clothing closet improves organization, streamlines donation tracking, enhances professionalism, and provides easier customer access

• A website/QR codes

  • Creating a website and QR code system allows for efficient inventory tracking, improved organization, and enhanced customer engagement through detailed product information

• Leadership

  • Creating a clear leadership structure and management style allows for organizational success through smooth operations, strategic planning, and a strong sense of accountability and teamwork