Appliance Tagging Services the business services franchise sector

Do you anticipate growth in customer demand in your specific market?

Whilst many business trends come and go, the importance of occupational health and safety (OH&S) in all workplaces in Australia is paramount and is an area that can directly contribute to business viability. WorkCover has recently announced testing and tagging of electrical appliances as an area of focus when conducting workplace inspections.

The Appliance Tagging Services franchise estimates less than 10 per cent of business sites are currently completing testing and tagging. As a result, we envisage enormous growth in the testing and tagging market over the next few years as more and more businesses realise their obligations and the importance of compliance with OH&S legislation.

What is the start-up costs and on-going fee structure to become one of your franchisees?

To establish an Appliance Tagging Services franchise operation, franchisees invest $17,500 as a franchise fee plus business establishment costs. Franchisees are also required to purchase or lease tools, equipment and a vehicle of approximately $33,000 value.

There are ongoing marketing and administration Fees which are percentage based rather than flat fees. One benefit of this is that franchisees pay reduced fees during start-up as they are developing their business, but more importantly, it encourages the growth of the network through support for each individual franchisee.

What are the top three attributes you are seeking in a prospective franchisee?

Appliance Tagging Services franchisees do not need to have an electrical background. All that is required is passion, a willingness to learn, and a friendly, reliable nature with solid customer service skills. We provide all franchisees with a comprehensive two week training program and ongoing technical and operational support.

What makes you stand apart from your competitors?

Appliance Tagging Services use the latest fully automated electronic test equipment producing printed tags and an electronic database and asset register of all electrical appliances tested.

In conjunction with our comprehensive standard reporting, Appliance Tagging Services offer clients secure web access to their testing and tagging data. This enables greater data utilisation and ensures transparency of individual OH&S management programs. Our franchisees are not restricted to individual territories enabling greater flexibility and scope for business development.

With the majority of administration completed by head office, franchisees also spend more time “on the road” generating revenue rather than invoicing and paperwork. Specialist sales representative support also assists in the development of our franchisees businesses.

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