For retail stores, the difference between a clean environment and a dirty one could be the difference between a one-time customer and a lifetime customer.
No matter how fresh the produce or how great the service, if customers find dirty floors and restrooms in your store, it will taint their perception of your brand. People want to shop in a clean environment because it’s a reflection of your business. If you don’t care enough about keeping the store clean, how concerned are you about your products?
The overall appearance of a business that’s open to the public is crucial for making a good, lasting impression on customers, and this is especially true in retail, as people may be put off entering your shop or making a purchase if it is unclean. Customers feel safer, their confidence in you is higher, and your sales are enhanced by a well-kept enterprise.