I received a phone call last week from a California PRO complaining of the inconsistency of toilet paper orders delivered by a newer supplier he was trying out. This PRO was frustrated by case shipments that didn’t meet the standards of his orders. Rolls were inconsistent in size and often loosely rolled, resulting in smaller sheet counts than promised by the vendor.
The PRO said his call didn’t just reflect only his sour grapes with the new vendor. He said others in the industry – seeking a way to save a few dollars while construction rentals are soft – have been having similar difficulties getting consistent paper products from new vendors.
What strategies have you employed with paper products to save money and cut down on waste? Have you monitored bulk shipments of toilet paper for a consistent product? Have you studied your paper usage lately and changed the way you stock product in your units to limit waste?
This PRO’s call was a good reminder that when unit rentals are down – whether due to a seasonal lag in orders or slow construction starts – every little cost savings effort can help the bottom line of profitability.
Do you have a story to share about paper products usage or ordering? If so, drop me a line at editor@promonthly.com or start a discussion right here at my blog. It’s quick and easy to add your post.
