Checklist template

New Store Opening - Grand Opening Readiness

A ready-to-use checklist with 36 items in 6 sections, covering Brand Identity & Exterior, Technical & POS Infrastructure, Merchandising & Visual Standards, Safety & Regulatory Compliance, Team Preparedness & Hospitality, Interior Detail & Cleanliness. Use it as-is in InspectLoop, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 6 Sections
  • 36 Items
  • 29 Yes / No checks
  • 6 Scored ratings
  • 1490 Points

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1. Brand Identity & Exterior 6 items

  1. Is the permanent storefront signage fully installed and illuminated? Yes / No 100 pts
  2. Are all window decals and marketing vinyls bubble-free and level? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Is the "Grand Opening" banner/decor securely fastened? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Are exterior light fixtures clean and 100% functional? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Is the sidewalk and entryway free of construction dust/stains? Yes / No 40 pts
  6. Exterior Brand Impact: Rating
    • Grand Opening Ready 50 pts
    • Minor Touch-ups Needed 25 pts
    • Incomplete Branding 0 pts

2. Technical & POS Infrastructure 6 items

  1. Have all registers been tested with a live transaction? Yes / No 100 pts
  2. Is the Guest Wi-Fi active and the landing page functional? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Are all employee login credentials/biometrics verified? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Is the telephone system receiving and making outside calls? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Are all digital displays/TVs showing the correct content loops? Yes / No 35 pts
  6. Tech Readiness: Rating
    • 100% Operational 50 pts
    • Minor IT Glitch 25 pts
    • Critical System Failure 0 pts

3. Merchandising & Visual Standards 6 items

  1. Is every shelf "full to the front" with no visible gaps? Yes / No 50 pts
  2. Are all price tags present and facing the correct direction? Yes / No 40 pts
  3. Is the "Hero" display (Front of Store) perfectly zoned? Yes / No 60 pts
  4. Are mannequins/fixtures dressed per the brand lookbook? Yes / No 30 pts
  5. Is the backup stock in the BOH organized for quick replenishment? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Visual Presentation: Rating
    • Boutique Standard 40 pts
    • Average Zoning 20 pts
    • Cluttered/Understocked 0 pts

4. Safety & Regulatory Compliance 6 items

  1. Is the Certificate of Occupancy (CO) posted and visible? Yes / No 100 pts
  2. Are all fire extinguishers charged and unobstructed? Yes / No 50 pts
  3. Have the alarm and sprinkler systems been final-tested? Yes / No 75 pts
  4. Is the First Aid station fully stocked and locations known to staff? Yes / No 30 pts
  5. Are emergency exits clear of boxes and pallets? Yes / No 100 pts
  6. Safety Compliance: Rating
    • Fully Certified 60 pts
    • Minor Gaps 30 pts
    • Unsafe for Opening 0 pts

5. Team Preparedness & Hospitality 6 items

  1. Has every staff member completed the brand orientation? Yes / No 50 pts
  2. Are uniforms pressed and name tags issued? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Does the team know the Grand Opening promotion details? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Is the breakroom fully stocked for the opening team? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the manager’s opening "Rally" or Huddle scheduled? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Staff Confidence: Rating
    • High/Polished 30 pts
    • Average/Nervous 15 pts
    • Unprepared 0 pts

6. Interior Detail & Cleanliness 6 items

  1. Are mirrors and glass fixtures streak-free? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Are the floors waxed/polished and free of scuff marks? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are restrooms detailed and fully stocked with premium supplies? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Is the store music and scent machine set to brand specs? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Detail Standard: Rating
    • Pristine/5-Star 25 pts
    • Needs Light Dusting 12 pts
    • "Construction Clean" Only 0 pts
  6. Final summary Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the InspectLoop template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In InspectLoop you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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