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Who is OFFICE 1? | |
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Why Franchise? | |
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Franchise Support | |
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Ideal Site Criteria | |
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OFFICE1 application form |
MUST THE STORE BE 5,000Sq. Ft. (500m2) IN SIZE?
The ideal size store will depend on the region. It is sometimes preferable that the first store which will serve as flagship in the town and region be of a large size to accommodate furniture and office machines that size can be adjusted based on the aria's special circumstances and availability of stores for rent at a reasonable price. This first store will also serve as dispatching point for the customer orders of the Telemarketing and for deliveries to other stores in the region. The project can be launched with a store as small as 150m2 or 1,500 Sq. Ft. OFFICE1 has been very successful in a number of markets with the small store format.
MUST I OPEN TWO STORES THE FIRST YEAR?
This depends on the size of the region you take. Each region bears certain number of stores based on its population and the businesses operating in it. In our agreement we will agree on plan for launching the stores with certain dates and locations.
WHAT DOES THE INITIAL FEE COVER?
It is compensation for the transfer of know-how and the expenses and time of the OFFICE 1 team during the store launch period and is all-inclusive.
WHAT IS THE UP FRONT FEE BASED ON?
The initial sub fee is based on the following:
A) The size of the area and its potential.
B) The large number of visits (10 minimum) needed on the part of the OFFICE 1 team to get you started.
CAN THE SUB FRANCHISE OPEN MORE THAN TWO STORES?
Yes, the sub franchise can open as many stores as he wants.
MUST I HAVE A WAREHOUSE?
The sub franchise do not need to have own warehouse. There are weekly deliveries from county's central warehouse.
WHAT IS THE INVESTMENT FOR A SUB FRANCHISE?
The sub franchise of 1,000 Sq. Ft (100m2) will necessitate an investment of about $60,000 including stock of about $40,000 and an initial fee to the master franchisee. The investment could be higher if the store is larger or smaller for smaller stores. The initial fee to charge the sub franchise is determined by you with our assistance.
WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO FOLLOW?
The first step after studying the project is to gather market information and analyze the potential for the concept in your area and keep corresponding with us to obtain an in depth understanding of the concept and investment. As a second step you may want to visit OFFICE 1 superstores near you. At a later stage, OFFICE 1 would visit your area and if agreement is reached a Sub Franchise Agreement is reviewed and prepared for signature. Finally, the Sub Franchise Agreement is signed and the training begins.
WHAT ABOUT COMPETITION?
The office product business is very competitive. However, the OFFICE 1 system utilizes a variety of marketing techniques not always available to others, such as sub franchising, telemarketing and direct mail and own branded exclusive products that have worked well for OFFICE 1. We also believe that the strategy of having stores close to the customer, having many well-located stores of smaller size.
WHAT INFORMATION DOES OFFICE 1 REQUIRE OF PROSPECTIVE SUB FRANCHISE?
OFFICE 1 will obtain background information on your company and financial information to ensure that you have the capital to start and grow the business in your area.
WHAT IS THE NUMBER OF REFERENCES I SHOULD CARRY?
Sub franchises carry an inventory of as little as 1,000 items. These 1000 items represent however 80% of total sales volume.
WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?
Qualified companies who contact OFFICE 1 may receive a detailed information package to be used in the further evaluation of the OFFICE 1 investment opportunity. We look forward to communicating with interested companies to learn more about their current business and to discuss how they might become an OFFICE 1 Sub Franchisee.