New Orleans Dealer Outlines Expansion Strategy

Theriot's has increased parts turns, shop turnaround

Mar 8, 2010

In this installment of Yard & Garden magazine's "Day in a Dealership,"  Chad Theriot of Teriot's Outdoor Power Equipment in Marrero, LA, walks us through his 7,800-square-foot dealership, highlighting some of the recent improvements designed to increase parts turns, enhance shop flow and expedite equipment sales.

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