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When looking to buy new furniture and equipment for your school, there are a few factors that you should take into consideration. After all, it’s a big investment, and purchasing the wrong products, or purchasing them from the wrong company, can cause a lot of headache. We’re also coming out of COVID season, and students and teachers could be apprehensive to return to school. Having the right furniture and equipment can positively impact teacher/student morale and productivity as well as health and wellness. In this article, we’ve decided to go over some of the tips that can help you make the right choice.
Price should not be a primary concern
Budgets can be tight, and saving is a top priority, which means that you cannot wholly disregard the pricing of the products that you intend to purchase. However, it’s important to keep the price as a secondary or tertiary concern.
There are plenty of budget product options on the market, and they may seem like good value at first, but they of course come with a lot of downsides. First, building cheaper products means that the manufacturer has to cut corners somewhere. This can be either in quality, after sales support, warranties, or durability. Basically, when you take a look at how much extra you will have to spend in order to make up for the drawbacks of these products over time, you either break even with more expensive options, or you actually end up paying extra.
As such, it’s best to keep price in mind and try to find the best deal, but not at the cost of quality, durability, or customer support.
Don’t be afraid of innovative designs and equipment
Sometimes it’s easy to just go with the tried and tested when making a large purchase, and there is nothing wrong with that. But you should not be afraid to see what the market has to offer in terms of innovation. Many school furniture and equipment companies are looking for an edge over their competitors, and they are looking to sell you products that help you save money, save space, and improve the learning experience for your students. If you see something that’s interesting, but unorthodox, you can get in touch with the sales reps at the company and ask them for brochures, case studies, or white papers. They will also be more than willing to explain over the phone the benefits of using their new products.
Ergotron LearnFit® Gets Students Standing
Consider ergonomy
Another big factor to take into account with the furniture in particular is ergonomy. It’s hard enough to keep the students focused without them being uncomfortable sitting in class. A good classroom furniture company will build their products based on data and research into ergonomic principles. There are adjustable products on the market which are designed to be ergonomic for children of all ages, which means that they can be used, reused, and transferred as needed, eliminating the need to invest in new furniture if a new age group enters the school. Adjustable furniture is also excellent because each student can adjust their desk to fit their personal ergonomic needs.
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Ergotron LearnFit: The Positive Impacts of Standing Desks
Favorable warranty and good customer service
When making a large investment in products, you want to make sure that you work with a company that provides favorable warranty terms and excellent customer service, and this is especially true when it comes to furniture or equipment that is hard to install. From installing display mounts to setting up AV carts and charging stations, you also want to make sure that you can get the help you need from the supplier/manufacturer on top of that good warranty.
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Check the delivery and return policies
Some companies will handle delivery, while others will not, so you will have to take this extra cost into consideration before making your final purchasing decision. You should also take a look at the company’s return policy. As with delivery, each company will have its own approach to handling returns. Some may offer a full refund, while others will charge a restocking fee, which is usually a percentage of the order’s value. There are also companies that will not refund bespoke items.
Installation
Installation is another area where the policy differs from company to company. As mentioned previously, some of these products can be hard to install, and you want to make sure that you work with a company that will provide the support you need in order to get everything set up. Talk to the sales rep about the company’s installation policy and try to find out what they offer in terms of installation assistance services.
Certifications
Certifications are very important particularly when it comes to electronic equipment. If you plan on buying a charging system, you want to make sure that it meets safety standards. Uncertified systems do not have load limiting features, which can cause electrical arcing. These systems may also be prone to tipping or have dangerous pinch points. Safety certifications ensure that fire, electrical and mechanical hazards are at a minimum.
Lead times
Schools are busy buildings so any project that involves the partial or full disruption of school activities has to be planned carefully. A big part of any furniture or equipment renovation and installation plan is the delivery. If the supplier you are working with has long lead times, or poor communication, you will have to deal with delays and further disruption. Make sure that you discuss the ETA with your supplier so that you can adequately fit the project into the school’s busy schedule.
Are you interested in buying furniture or equipment for your school?
New school furniture and equipment can be a big investment, and making sure that this investment pays off is essential. This is why you want to keep a few factors in mind when making your final purchasing decision. The furniture and the equipment have to be high quality, certified and ergonomic, and the company you work with has to have good customer support, good communication and a good track record.
SchmoozeThis offers a wide selection of products along with the support you need to get everything up and running as fast and as easily as possible. If you would like to find out more about our offering, contact us today with any questions you may have.
When looking to buy new furniture and equipment for your school, there are a few factors that you should take into consideration. After all, it’s a big investment, and purchasing the wrong products, or purchasing them from the wrong company, can cause a lot of headache. We’re also coming out of COVID season, and students and teachers could be apprehensive to return to school. Having the right furniture and equipment can positively impact teacher/student morale and productivity as well as health and wellness. In this article, we’ve decided to go over some of the tips that can help you make the right choice.
Price should not be a primary concern
Budgets can be tight, and saving is a top priority, which means that you cannot wholly disregard the pricing of the products that you intend to purchase. However, it’s important to keep the price as a secondary or tertiary concern.
There are plenty of budget product options on the market, and they may seem like good value at first, but they of course come with a lot of downsides. First, building cheaper products means that the manufacturer has to cut corners somewhere. This can be either in quality, after sales support, warranties, or durability. Basically, when you take a look at how much extra you will have to spend in order to make up for the drawbacks of these products over time, you either break even with more expensive options, or you actually end up paying extra.
As such, it’s best to keep price in mind and try to find the best deal, but not at the cost of quality, durability, or customer support.
Don’t be afraid of innovative designs and equipment
Sometimes it’s easy to just go with the tried and tested when making a large purchase, and there is nothing wrong with that. But you should not be afraid to see what the market has to offer in terms of innovation. Many school furniture and equipment companies are looking for an edge over their competitors, and they are looking to sell you products that help you save money, save space, and improve the learning experience for your students. If you see something that’s interesting, but unorthodox, you can get in touch with the sales reps at the company and ask them for brochures, case studies, or white papers. They will also be more than willing to explain over the phone the benefits of using their new products.
Ergotron LearnFit® Gets Students Standing
Consider ergonomy
Another big factor to take into account with the furniture in particular is ergonomy. It’s hard enough to keep the students focused without them being uncomfortable sitting in class. A good classroom furniture company will build their products based on data and research into ergonomic principles. There are adjustable products on the market which are designed to be ergonomic for children of all ages, which means that they can be used, reused, and transferred as needed, eliminating the need to invest in new furniture if a new age group enters the school. Adjustable furniture is also excellent because each student can adjust their desk to fit their personal ergonomic needs.
|
|
|
Ergotron LearnFit: The Positive Impacts of Standing Desks
Favorable warranty and good customer service
When making a large investment in products, you want to make sure that you work with a company that provides favorable warranty terms and excellent customer service, and this is especially true when it comes to furniture or equipment that is hard to install. From installing display mounts to setting up AV carts and charging stations, you also want to make sure that you can get the help you need from the supplier/manufacturer on top of that good warranty.
|
|
|
|
Check the delivery and return policies
Some companies will handle delivery, while others will not, so you will have to take this extra cost into consideration before making your final purchasing decision. You should also take a look at the company’s return policy. As with delivery, each company will have its own approach to handling returns. Some may offer a full refund, while others will charge a restocking fee, which is usually a percentage of the order’s value. There are also companies that will not refund bespoke items.
Installation
Installation is another area where the policy differs from company to company. As mentioned previously, some of these products can be hard to install, and you want to make sure that you work with a company that will provide the support you need in order to get everything set up. Talk to the sales rep about the company’s installation policy and try to find out what they offer in terms of installation assistance services.
Certifications
Certifications are very important particularly when it comes to electronic equipment. If you plan on buying a charging system, you want to make sure that it meets safety standards. Uncertified systems do not have load limiting features, which can cause electrical arcing. These systems may also be prone to tipping or have dangerous pinch points. Safety certifications ensure that fire, electrical and mechanical hazards are at a minimum.
Lead times
Schools are busy buildings so any project that involves the partial or full disruption of school activities has to be planned carefully. A big part of any furniture or equipment renovation and installation plan is the delivery. If the supplier you are working with has long lead times, or poor communication, you will have to deal with delays and further disruption. Make sure that you discuss the ETA with your supplier so that you can adequately fit the project into the school’s busy schedule.
Are you interested in buying furniture or equipment for your school?
New school furniture and equipment can be a big investment, and making sure that this investment pays off is essential. This is why you want to keep a few factors in mind when making your final purchasing decision. The furniture and the equipment have to be high quality, certified and ergonomic, and the company you work with has to have good customer support, good communication and a good track record.
SchmoozeThis offers a wide selection of products along with the support you need to get everything up and running as fast and as easily as possible. If you would like to find out more about our offering, contact us today with any questions you may have.
