Does a uniform program sound like a hassle to you? Do you already have a uniform program that takes up way too much of your time and resources?
You’ve seen the research that shows color-coded uniforms improve patient safety and satisfaction. Plus, a polished and professional look can differentiate your organization and strengthen your brand. So how do you reap the rewards of a uniform program without getting overwhelmed by its complexity?
Here are 7 keys to ensure your uniform program is successful:
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Customization
Whether you want to give each employee a company-subsidized number of uniform sets, an annual allowance to spend or offer payroll deduction, your uniform program should be customized to meet your specific needs.
Consider having a custom scrubs print created based on your organization’s logo for the ultimate branded appearance.
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Staff Buy-In
Morale can suffer if your employees aren’t on board with the new dress code. Get your employees involved and invested in the process, and make it fun! Hold a fashion show, have them vote on styles and colors and award uniform sets as contest prizes.
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Organized Delivery
Nobody wants to be overrun by thousands of boxes of uniforms to open, sort and distribute. Look for a vendor who can bundle and label each employee’s order, then box and ship them to your specifications. For example, request to have the bundles organized by manager name and delivered to each department in each of your facilities for convenient distribution.
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Communication Tools
Don’t have time to worry about communicating the details of the program to all your employees, not to mention patients and visitors? Your uniform program vendor should handle all communication for you — from program launch emails with order instructions to new patient packet inserts and caregiver identification posters.
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Paperless Process
Managing your uniform program will be simpler and more efficient if you keep the fitting and ordering process digital. For instance, use a mobile app and an online uniform portal branded with your company’s logo. Ideally, your portal will include an admin-only dashboard to provide insight into your program’s progress and allow you to add new hires. Be sure to request daily, weekly or monthly reports delivered right to your inbox. Going digital is simply smarter.
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Personal Services
Chances are, uniforms are only one part of your job. You need a dedicated account manager to guide you through the uniform program process from start to finish and a customer service team to assist your staff with style selections and sizing questions. A smart group uniform program can even bring the uniform fitting process to you — whether through an on-site fitting or Fit Kits sent right to your facility. With personal service, implementation of your program can be a breeze.
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The Right Vendor
Not all uniform providers are created equal. Find a vendor who can give you all the above and more. Don’t settle for a company with a split focus; group uniforms needs to be their specialty to ensure they can roll out a complex uniform program in the simplest, smartest and most efficient way possible.
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