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Overview
A well-known barbershop in downtown Toronto had built a loyal clientele through quality service and word-of-mouth. But as daily foot traffic grew, so did the operational friction — from overbooked walk-ins to no-show gaps and overwhelmed staff juggling DMs, texts, and manual scheduling.
MOSAN was brought in to implement a scalable, tech-enabled structure — introducing a fully automated booking system, building a branded digital experience, and launching a membership tier that unlocked consistent revenue. Within weeks, the shop was operating with better flow, better insight, and higher retention.
Challenges
- Walk-In Chaos and Missed Appointments
The shop relied on a first-come-first-serve approach, leading to long wait times and no-show disruptions. - Manual Client Communication
Bookings were tracked across texts, calls, and Instagram DMs — with no centralized calendar or auto-reminders in place. - No Recurring Revenue Mechanism
Despite a loyal customer base, there was no system in place to monetize loyalty or ensure return visits beyond service quality.
Our Approach
Booking & Automation Setup
- Rolled out an online booking system with service-based time slots, barber selection, and automated confirmations/reminders
- Integrated cancellation/no-show protection using deposits and policy disclosures
- Synced the calendar to mobile and in-store tablets for staff visibility and queue management
Client Experience & Retention Tools
- Deployed an SMS/email flow for appointment reminders, upsells, and post-visit feedback
- Launched a branded VIP Membership program offering free touch-ups, priority bookings, and exclusive product discounts
- Connected loyalty incentives to Google and social review prompts to grow digital presence
Back-End Streamlining
- Set up shift-based scheduling for 6 staff across 3 chairs and peak hours
- Introduced reporting dashboards to track appointments, service types, and cancellations in real time
- Linked payment processor with backend CRM to simplify checkouts and rebookings
Measurable Impact
Ongoing Partnership
MOSAN continues to support the barbershop with:
- Expansion strategy for launching memberships across a second location
- Technical support and feature optimization across all client touchpoints
Strategic Outlook
With a stable recurring revenue base, streamlined daily operations, and deeper insight into customer behavior, the barbershop is now positioned to scale into a full multi-chair grooming brand — without sacrificing its community-first service model.
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