Shaw Debuts In-Store Kiosk for Credit Applications

Dalton, GA, April 3, 2008-- Shaw Industries and Versatile Systems Inc. have partnered with CitiFinancial to streamline the credit application process for flooring retailers and consumers with an in-store kiosk.

Shaw is the first in the flooring industry to offer two different models of Versatile's kiosks, the Rockland and Madison. Shaw Design Center retailers will have a chance to see the kiosk at the Synergy convention April 14-17 in Palm Coast, Fla.

There the kiosks will be offered to all Shaw Flooring Alliance retailers.

"During this challenging market, it's more important than ever to make the credit application process simple and accessible," said Scott Humphrey, marketing manager for the Shaw Flooring Alliance Network.

"With the instant application response, Versatile's kiosk will allow a consumer who may be on the fence to make their flooring purchase with confidence. It will also allow retail sales associates to increase closing ratios and up-sell. It's a win for retailers and a win for consumers."

The Versatile kiosk requires only small amount of space. Consumers apply on the touch screen and receive an instant response. Retailers can personalize the kiosk by adding photographs, store history or any other information.

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