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The Lowe’s IMS portal: is it everything an installer needs to run their business?

  As Lowe’s rolls out exciting new digital capabilities with its IMS portal, installers are asking questions like: Why would I need other field service software in addition to the portal? IMS is a tool built and used by Lowe’s to manage the installation process. It’s the method of delivering new work to Providers and […]

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How Best Buy Systematizes Their Workflow with Cilio

Cilio Case Study: Best Buy Window Treatment, Ergun Aral Specialty: Blinds & Shutters Years in Business: 20 Years Region: Southern Florida Background Founded by Ergun Aral, Best Buy Window Treatments specializes in the installation of blinds, shutters, shades, and drapes. As a leading service provider for Costco, the company manages a constant flow of installation

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The Future of Home Installation Management: Trends and Innovations

Technology is changing the game for home installation businesses, helping contractors work smarter, not harder. New tools like automated scheduling, mobile apps, and contractor support programs are making it easier to get more jobs done efficiently.  Cilio is the leading installation management platform for home installation companies. We keep our eyes on the future of

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Integrating Job Scheduling Software to Drive Sales Growth

Effective job scheduling is vital to driving sales growth for home installers.  Manual scheduling is prone to mistakes and missed opportunities. Failure to cluster jobs correctly based on location, routing, and team capabilities opens up huge problems. This can drive up costs, slow down job completion, and leave customers unhappy – all of which hurts

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How to Improve Revenue with Automated Scheduling for Home Installers

Keeping your teams running smoothly is crucial for boosting profits in any home installation business. When things get disorganized, it leads to higher costs and missed job opportunities. Imagine this:  There’s a stack of 20+ customers on a Monday morning you have to get scheduled. You have a new coordinator still learning the ropes and

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What the Lowe’s and Home Depot Earnings Reports Mean for You

Lowe’s and Home Depot just released their 2nd Quarter earnings reports, marking the seventh straight quarter with negative comp-store sales and slightly lowered forecasts for 2024. But before you get discouraged, let’s look at the bright side. As the leading installation management software for Lowe’s and Home Depot installers, Cilio is here to highlight the

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6 Payment & Quoting Challenges Faced by Home Installation Companies

Building quotes and taking payments are the lifeblood of any home installation company. Without the right system in place, payment collection is often a headache for both customers and installers. Customers may face difficulties with payment methods, forgetting to pay on time, or dealing with confusing invoices.   Installers, on the other hand, often struggle with

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Pros and Cons: Independent Installers vs. Big Box Installers

Operating a Home Installation Business as an Independent Installer Versus Working with a Big Box Retailer  There are distinct differences between independent home installation contractors and those who work with big box retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot. Each has its own set of advantages, challenges, and operational requirements. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for

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