Working Solutions

Alternatives to Traditional Employment: 

Alternatives to Traditional Employment Working Solutions

Building Customer Relationships: 

Building Customer Relationships

Program Advantages: 

Program Advantages Our strengths combined with yours--a powerful force Using our employees to handle elements outside of your core competencies keeps you focused on what you already do well Since 1983 we have been dedicated to the interior furnishings industry--we know what’s important With our service you can have a market presence in weeks, not months None of the personnel issues associated with hiring your own workforce Gain rapid access to world class talent Quickly apply staffing solutions to specific needs

Market Presence: 

Market Presence Currently in most major domestic markets Because of our search expertise, we can identify, recruit and hire the talent for most needs much faster than an HR department We will work with your product and marketing teams to identify the best markets to target We screen for the best people and constantly monitor performance

The Company We Keep: 

The Company We Keep

The Company We Keep: 

The Company We Keep

Service Options: 

Service Options Our services address the key elements of the manufacturer/reseller relationship. We provide full coverage in targeted markets nationwide. We can also target specific areas as needed; each client benefits from customized solutions that meet their specific objectives. We begin by providing in-depth research, specifically identifying our best strategy. Then your Account Manager will recommend the optimal mix of services, customized to meet your specific needs. Finally, we deliver timely and accurate information, helping you understand current market conditions so you can respond quickly and effectively.

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Brand Advocates How important is establishing your brand in the marketplace? Are you comfortable with how it is currently represented? Our marketing pros can be in front of your clients within weeks. Product Training / Demonstration Professional representatives to build personal, long-term relationships with resellers and specifiers through on-site visits. The objective is to act as a hands-on consultant for your brand. We recruit directly out of the industry and market we are targeting, often bringing existing relationships. Telemarketing A trained telemarketer capable of handling special marketing campaigns, customer service or sales support Skilled individuals in your target markets, promoting your brands and training in-house sales or specifiers on all the unique advantages of your products

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When you need to establish a presence in a market. We can supply a dedicated sales force of industry talent in each designated market. We help you capture missed sales by maximizing your market position, educating resellers, sales teams and helping build brand loyalty. Even if you are not looking for exclusive representation or only have a few markets to penetrate, our Agent Alternative is the ideal solution. Similar to independent reps, these agents have full cycle selling ability but service your accounts based on the parameters you set. .

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Skill Positions Professional Contract Positions Trial Employment From time to time, all of us need a certain type of professional talent. Whether it is for a single project or to quickly step into a staff vacancy. Often these are long-term often part-time positions for which you need a certain skill in a specific area. We locate the talent you need and they perform your job for as long as the need exists. Talented individuals doing the work you need but employed by Comprehensive Search. From AutoCAD to Project Managers we can supply the help you need.

Program Execution : 

Program Execution Step 4 Monitor the activity, time and expense to ensure you are getting the results you expect. Collate field intelligence and metrics to gauge effectiveness.

It All Starts With Having The Right People: 

It All Starts With Having The Right People Recruiting Excellent Talent Since 1983, we have been supplying our industries biggest names with the talent they demand. Our sourcing and recruiting teams are skilled at finding the right combination of skills and experience you expect. Resources Our exclusive industry database includes thousands of key industry contacts with whom we communicate regularly. We also have immediate access to millions of potential job seekers through our association memberships, trade show presence and career networks. Lasting Commitments Few companies can match us when it comes to dedicated employees. Skilled recruiting, making a good initial match, better than average fringe benefits and pay, great clients and excellent program management keep our turnover very low. We are not a 'feet on the street' temporary agency; just like in our search business we are dedicated to getting you the best people available.

On-line Presence: 

Our websites, eNewsletters and job postings are seen by thousands of people each week. Our on-line presence generates some of the largest web traffic in the industry. On-line Presence

On-line Reporting: 

On-line Reporting We use technology to help maximize the effectiveness of each individual in our Employee Alternatives programs. Via the secure MarketLink web portal, we can capture the data that is vital to keep your company's goals on track. Designed to support a distributed workforce Marketlink brings together all the information and reporting needs in one simple solution. Offering a standard data format compatible with most corporate reporting systems. Business Contact Manager Client Relation Manager (CRM) Timesheet andamp; Expense System Scheduling Calendar Document Library Collaborative Discussions Management Reports

Competitive Market Intelligence: 

Competitive Market Intelligence We require key business data from field reps each week We automatically analyze metrics and offer ongoing analysis on a market activity Our reps update customer contact information on each visit Our Competitive Market Intelligence is a collaborative report prepared from submissions of key issues from all field employees We acquire current marketplace data from each call our representatives make. This not only helps us maintain accountability, but also allows us to capture specific information based on client expectations and our understanding of the overall program objectives. What we have is data to help you make better decisions and real-time snapshot of what is going on with your customers.

ROI Analysis: 

ROI Analysis Combining activity information with project accounting, we will provide you with a snapshot of critical financial information on your field force. You can then track this along with your sales data and make more informed program decisions.

Workforce Automation : 

Workforce Automation Pre-loaded laptop computers Handheld devices Web Based Entry and Management system Wireless access Digital cameras Website development Branded email service Technical Support / Help Desk We can furnish the workforce with the technical tools to help quickly enhance your market presence and provide real-time market data

Case Studies: 

Case Studies #2 Chemical Company Subsidiary In 2000, we were approached by a spin-off of a $7 billion dollar chemical company to help market their fiber products to the Architects and Design community. We begin the program in 4 markets expanding eventually into 20 additional markets. We also were asked to take over a related brand targeting residential use. By utilizing or recruiting expertise, market knowledge and client partnering concept, we helped position these brands to be two of the most recognizable in the industry. Today these programs are active in over 75 major and mid-level markets. Our field reps calling on their customers, end-users and specifiers are continuing to be a driving force in the brands success. #1 Laminate Flooring Manufacturer In 2003, one of the leading manufacturers needed to determine why it’s flagship brand was losing ground in the 'big box' retailers. Our solutions was to develop a MarketPros team of 'weekend warriors' to blitz the stores on weekends to help educate, promote and support the flooring sales force. The individuals we placed were so successful that some were offered full-time positions with the company. #3 Carpet Manufacturer In 2004, a new residential division of one of the mid size carpet manufacturers needed to break into a number of new markets. Traditionally the first step used before establishing your own sales force was to use independent reps which can be cost-effective. Our client was concerned about the potential lack of management and representation they could expect from independents. Our Agent Alternatives program proved to be the better option they desperately needed. Our trained sales agents called on the clients they specified and only represented our client’s product line. The talented agents we had working quickly matched, and even exceeded, the sales goals we had established.

Contact Information: 

Contact Information Comprehensive Search Jeff Brown 316 S Lewis St LaGrange, GA 30240 706-884-3232 x203 jbrown@comp-search.com Web: www.comp-search.com