“How do I get more customers?” In the book of most frequently asked questions by small business owners, this is likely number one. While all businesses are different, we are happy to report on one marketing strategy that works pretty universally. Using this strategy, you can begin to expand your…

Welcome back to the WashCard blog series, The Latest on Consumer Loyalty! This is the last post of the two-part installment. To read part one, please visit this page. After the first post in our series, you should have a clearer understanding of just how a good loyalty program pays…

The retail landscape of today continues to recover from a post-pandemic world, but many of the changes we’ve seen in consumer behavior over the last several years will impact the way businesses function for the foreseeable future. Competition is the name of the game for many industries – including car…

This quick exercise will help kickstart your business account program. For many, the term “fleet” conjures mental images like rows of large ships, semis, or planes – but we’re here to challenge that mindset. In 2024, fleet refers to more than just the United States Navy! By definition, a fleet…

You may think that, in today’s day and age, advertising equals focusing solely on your digital footprint via social media and website efforts. While we whole-heartedly agree that those are important areas of emphasis, having attractive, informative signage at your business will nearly always win the immediate return-on-investment battle. According…

Peanut butter and jelly. Macaroni and cheese. Chips and salsa. Bacon and eggs. While many delightful combinations are food-related, some are business-related. WashCard Tap&App technology isn’t something you can eat (sorry), but many business owners find accepting payment via tap or app certainly is a delectable duo that’s hard to…

Fact: Fleet Vehicles Need Reoccurring Maintenance… Like Car Washes. Many fleet management personnel are acutely aware of the importance of routine fleet care. From reputation management to lowering operational costs, businesses know that keeping their fleet vehicles in tip top shape is a crucial aspect of their success. It’s been…

Why You Should Care About the New School Year: Increased Traffic While many motorists consider the summer months to be the best time to roadtrip, you’ll still find the average American spending an ample amount of time in the car come September mornings. Why? The school year has begun. When digging…

Straight From The Farmers’ Almanac It’s going to be a wet whirlwind this winter! The Farmers’ Almanac has recently published its official weather report for the 2024-2025 winter season, and it looks like we can expect lots of snow and rain in the forecast this year. Per the Almanac, La Niña – the periodic cooling of…

The idea of digital wallets has been around since 1997, continuing to evolve into the payment and information storing option we know today. But just how prevalent is digital wallet usage in 2024? The answer is: very prevalent. In fact, an August 2023 study from Forbes Advisor reported that 53% of people surveyed said they…