Why financial stability matters for your uniform provider

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Your business faces enough challenges without having to question whether your uniform service provider can deliver when it matters most, even when times get tough. Recent headlines state that Vestis is experiencing significant debt and layoffs*. If this is your current provider, you may be questioning if they are putting their own survival ahead of your needs?

When a company can’t take care of itself, how can it be trusted to take care of you?

That’s why uncertainty about your provider’s financial health should prompt you to reevaluate your options. Financial and staffing issues like layoffs can often lead to:

  • Disruptions in service
  • Late deliveries
  • Lack of accountability
  • Increased costs
  • Declining quality standards.

These ripple effects can leave your team out of compliance, hinder your company’s appearance, and sap operational confidence. At UniFirst, our debt-free status and sound financial management form the backbone of our promise to Always Deliver™ uninterrupted, dependable service. We treat your uniform program and your budget with proven responsibility and expertise, so you can focus on what matters—your business.

Selecting a workwear provider that stands on firm financial footing while proactively reinvesting in its service infrastructure is essential for your long-term success. For every dollar invoiced, UniFirst reinvests 26% directly back into programs that strengthen our infrastructure and improve your experience. This commitment means our customers benefit from ongoing enhancements to service and operational excellence.

The power of a stable uniform partner

When organizations switch to UniFirst from uniform service providers that fall short, the results speak volumes. For example, a national healthcare company endured frequent uniform shortages and inconsistent garment quality from their previous supplier, resulting in employee frustrations and missed regulatory standards.

AFTER SWITCHING TO UNIFIRST,  THEY:
IMPROVED OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCIES
REDUCED COSTS
INCREASED EMPLOYEE MORALE

Another case involved industry leader Toromont CAT and their game-changing switch to UniFirst from another supplier. Toromont CAT partnered with UniFirst to transform its uniform strategy.

THE RESULTS WERE IMPACTFUL:
REDUCED ANNUAL COSTS
TIMELY DEPLOYMENT OF NEW UNIFORMS
IMPROVED QUALITY & BILLING ACCURACY
ENHANCED EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION

Why stability matters for your operations

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The risks of working with uniform providers who are experiencing internal challenges can have ripple effects throughout your organization. Without the proper service team focused on you, missed deliveries can leave your employees out of compliance, inconsistent quality may damage your brand’s reputation, and delayed problem-solving erodes team morale. Across industries, our case studies illustrate one simple truth: businesses that prioritize reliability unlock genuine operational efficiencies, protect their image, and enjoy lasting peace of mind.

Always Deliver™—powered by our core values

Our commitment to Always Deliver™ is a promise we make and, simply put, our way of doing business. We lead with customer focus, commitment to quality, and respect for others for everyone we serve. These core values show up in every uniform we deliver, every problem we solve, and every partnership we build.

Making the right choice for your managed workwear

Choosing a dependable, financially stable partner brings real returns in employee safety, productivity, and brand value. If you’re ready to move on from a provider caught up in their own challenges and experience the UniFirst Difference, proven by case studies and backed by strong financial commitment, contact us today.
*The above statement is based on public statements and news reports. We are not responsible for the accuracy of these statements.

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