Rough Terrain Forklifts Buyer's Guide
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You may also find these general purchasing tips helpful in making your decision.
Buying tips
- Flesh out all the fees. Very attractive pricing that is asterisked with
"additional fees may apply" should be thoroughly investigated before you sign up.
- Check support. Make sure your provider's support hours match your business
hours to ensure you can get help when you need it. Also, understand what level of
support is provided.
- Balance low prices with good service. Do not simply purchase the lowest price
deal — seriously consider the ongoing service you will receive.
- Focus on what matters. Sales pitches can be rife with flashy features and
technical lingo that obscure the basic purchase facts. Keep your focus on the
features that matter to your business.
- Make the most of references. References can be a tremendously useful source of
information about your potential vendor. Ask them specific questions about what works
and doesn't work with the vendor. To ensure a similar experience, speak with businesses
comparable to yours.
- Involve the affected. Even though it can take time to involve multiple people in
the purchase, doing so can help ensure your purchase becomes well integrated.
- Watch out for application fees and non-refundable deposits. Before paying upfront
for goods or services you haven't received, check industry practices and the company's
reputation. And pay with a credit card so you can dispute the charges if necessary.
- Authorized providers. Check whether you are dealing with an authorized reseller.
If not, it can affect your warranty and access to support and parts.
