--- title: "End-of-Year Store Maintenance: Best Practices from Chipply" description: Get your Chipply stores ready for FY26 with this end-of-year guide—close old stores, refresh products, optimize pricing, & plan for new sales opportunities. image: https://chipply.com/hubfs/End%20of%20Year%20Store%20Maintenance.png --- [![logo](https://chipply.com/hubfs/header/logo.svg)](https://chipply.com/) - [Home](https://chipply.com/) - [Products](https://chipply.com/store-build) Menu ![Chipply Stores](https://chipply.com/hubfs/header/ONE_icon_stores.svg) [Chipply Stores](https://chipply.com/stores) - [Store Setup & Design](https://chipply.com/store-build) - [Store Management](https://chipply.com/organize) - [Sales & Promotions](https://chipply.com/drive-sales) - [Order Processing](https://chipply.com/process) ![Chipply Production](https://chipply.com/hubfs/header/ONE_icon_production.svg) [Chipply Production](https://chipply.com/production) - [Workflow Management](https://chipply.com/workflow-management) - [Order & Production Tracking](https://chipply.com/order-production-tracking) [![Chipply One](https://chipply.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Featured%20Content.png?width=320&height=282&name=Featured%20Content.png)](https://chipply.com/chipply-one) Everything you need to run your business, all in one place. 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A little end-of-year maintenance now can set you up for smoother operations, cleaner reporting, and exciting opportunities ahead. Here’s your Chipply-approved checklist for wrapping up the year strong. --- ### **🧹 Housekeeping: Close, Copy, and Clean Up** Before the calendar turns, take stock of your existing stores and give them a quick refresh. **Close Year-Round Catalog Stores**Keep your reports neat and accurate by closing out catalog stores before the new fiscal year. This ensures a clean slate for reporting and makes it easier to track FY26 sales separately. **Use the “Copy Store” Feature**Need to bring a store back quickly? Use Chipply’s “Copy Store” feature to duplicate settings, products, and pricing. You’ll save time while maintaining consistency across your stores. This tool is perfect not only for reopening recently closed stores, but also for pitching new opportunities to current clients. For example, if you ran a successful fall/winter sports store, you can quickly copy it, make a few updates, and pitch a spring version to the same organization. **Mind the 24-Month Rule**Remember: catalog stores have a 24-month limit. Stores that have been open that long must be closed, copied, and reopened to stay active. --- ### **💰 Update Pricing & Refresh Products** Prices, products, and trends change — and your stores should reflect that. **Leverage Chipply’s Auto-Pricing Tools**Our auto-pricing feature helps you stay competitive and profitable, even as vendor costs fluctuate. Set your parameters and let the system do the work for you. Need help getting started? Reach out to Team Chipply for more info!  **Stay Current with Chipply’s Vendor Templates** Chipply’s partnerships with top vendors ensure our curated store templates stay up-to-date with best-selling, deep-inventory merchandise. Make the most of this by pulling in updated templates, exploring new vendor styles, and keeping an eye on what’s trending with your customers. Whether it’s new team gear, event merch, or spirit wear, refreshed designs can elevate your store and boost sales. --- ### **🚀 Make the Most of Chipply Resources** You have access to a [full suite of Chipply tools](https://chipply.com/resources) designed to make store management easier and more profitable. **Browse Sample Stores for Inspiration**Looking for ideas? Explore [sample stores](https://chipply.com/sample-stores) to see how others are using Chipply to simplify selling and create standout online experiences. From [fundraisers](https://chipply.com/fundraiser-stores) to franchise programs, these examples highlight creative setups and proven approaches you can adapt for your own customers. **Subscribe to the Chipply Blog**Stay up to date with the latest releases, new features, and best practices — all designed to help you get the most out of Chipply. When you subscribe, you’ll get fresh insights and updates delivered straight to your inbox. **Leverage Sales & Marketing Tools**Access Chipply’s collection of [downloadable resources](https://chipply.com/sales-marketing-tools) like one-pagers, guides, and best practices—your go-to resources for showcasing web store value, saving time, and making every customer interaction more effective. **Join the Chipply Collective** Connect with like-minded professionals through the **Chipply Collective**, our community for decorators, sales reps, and store owners. Share strategies, ask questions, and get inspired by peers who understand your business. [Sign up for Chipply](https://chipply.com/get-started) to get your invite to this community of industry pros!  --- ### **🌸 Plan Ahead: Spring & Summer Store Opportunities** While you’re organizing your current stores, start planning for the next season. Spring and summer offer a wealth of sales opportunities — and they’re also a great chance to turn one-time customers into repeat business.  If you have a year-round employee apparel store, consider pitching special appreciation days or seasonal pop-ups. With Chipply’s easy store duplication and quick art updates, it’s simple to keep things fresh and relevant. You can also check out our [webinar](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikcy-2Dz8WM&list=PLrriaCB1NFARybzkOKwy-5lF-Ur8JJQjG&index=2) for more creative use cases and inspiration. - [**Spirit Stores**](https://root.chipply.com/multiactivity/) – Keep your school spirit alive through end-of-year celebrations and summer sports. - [**Summer Events**](https://chipply.com/event-merch-stores) – Golf tournaments, festivals, and company outings are perfect for branded merch. - [**Corporate Fundraisers**](https://chipply.com/fundraiser-stores) – Partner with local businesses to create meaningful community-driven stores. - [**Employee Appreciation Events**](https://chipply.com/employee-merch-stores) – Celebrate your teams with custom apparel or swag. - **Appreciation Weeks (Nurses, Teachers, & More)** – Honor everyday heroes with special collections. - **Graduation Season** – Offer keepsakes and celebratory gear for graduates and families. --- ### **✅ Wrap-Up** A little end-of-year attention to your Chipply stores can make a big impact. 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