12 Industries Outside Hospitals Where You Can Sell a Uniform Stores Program

Hospitals and clinics are usually where distributors sell their first Uniform Stores program, and it makes sense to start there. But the platform isn't limited to scrubs. Uniform Stores by Scrub Authority supports branded scrubs, accessories, casual wear, business wear, hospitality wear, culinary wear, industrial wear and more, all from one managed company store.

That makes your prospecting list much longer. Many businesses already in your CRM have employees who wear branded apparel every day. Plenty of them still handle it with spreadsheets, bulk boxes, and reimbursement forms.

How the Program Works in Any Industry

The platform works the same way no matter what the client does:

• Uniform Stores by Scrub Authority builds and manages the store, decorates every order and ships directly to employees' homes or workplaces
• Employees only see the products, colors and logos their employer has approved
• Stipends can be set by employee type, with automated renewal options
• A U.S.-based team handles returns, exchanges and customer service
• You keep the customer relationship, and transactions run through your own bank account

That last point matters as you move into new industries. You own every account you open, whether it's a dental group or a hotel.

12 Industries to Add to Your Prospecting List

1. Dental Groups and DSOs

Clinical teams need scrubs and lab coats, while front desk and office staff usually wear business casual. One store can carry both, and each department only sees what it's approved to order, which keeps multi-location DSOs on brand.

2. Veterinary Hospitals

Vet teams go through scrubs quickly, so anti-shed fabrics and easy reordering make a real difference. Branded fleece and outerwear round out the store for staff working in boarding, kennels or large animal care.

3. Eyecare and Optometry Practices

Optical teams help patients and sell eyewear in the same space. Opticians and front office staff can wear branded polos and business wear, while technicians and doctors order lab coats or scrubs from the same store.

4. Spas and Salons

Day spas, med spas and salon chains want their teams to look polished and consistent. Branded tops, casual wear and accessories give them a recognizable look, and employees still get to choose the fit that works for them.

5. Hotels and Resorts

Hospitality is one of the clearest fits outside of healthcare. Front desk, housekeeping and maintenance staff can each order hospitality, business or industrial wear from the same store, and new hires can place their own orders as turnover happens.

6. Restaurants and Catering Companies

Kitchen teams need culinary wear built for long shifts, and front-of-house staff need a look that matches the brand. Orders ship directly to employees, so a restaurant group with several locations doesn't have to sort and hand out boxes.

7. Senior Living and Assisted Living Communities

These communities employ caregivers, dining staff, maintenance crews and administrators under one roof. All of them can be on one program, with the right apparel and a different stipend amount for each role.

8. Colleges and Universities

Campus health centers and nursing programs need scrubs, while dining, facilities and athletics staff have their own apparel needs. A single university account can have several departments ordering from one store.

9. Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities

Plant and warehouse employees need workwear that holds up to the job. Industrial wear from brands like Carhartt and Dickies covers the floor, and office staff at the same company can order business wear from the same store.

10. Environmental Services and Facilities Management

Janitorial and facilities crews often work across many client sites. Branded workwear and outerwear ship directly to each employee, so nobody has to collect and hand out uniforms at every location.

11. Corporate Offices and Professional Services

A uniform program doesn't have to mean traditional uniforms. Firms can offer branded business and casual wear from Nike, Travis Mathew, Eddie Bauer and The North Face, with a yearly stipend so employees pick what they want.

12. Dispensaries and Specialty Retail

Retail staff are the face of the brand. Branded casual wear, polos and accessories give dispensaries and specialty retailers a consistent look at every location, and new hires can order their own apparel on day one.

Where to Start

Start with your existing book of business. Look for clients whose employees wear branded apparel but who still manage it through bulk orders, reimbursements or a closet full of extra sizes. Clients with multiple roles or locations are especially good candidates because the store handles that complexity for them.

Size is rarely a barrier. Groups with 10 to 10,000+ employees already use Uniform Stores by Scrub Authority.

If you'd like help deciding which of your clients to approach first, book a free Strategy Session. You can also learn more about Uniform Stores by Scrub Authority.