Editorial

Computer Service Franchises and Tech Service Franchise Opportunities


More than 6 million computers in the United States will need replacing or upgrading within the next few years. As consumers and businesses rely more on technology, outsourcing of computer specialists will continue to grow. The computer service market is estimated to be over $25 billion, with growth expected to exceed $47 billion this year (2006).*

Learn how a computer service Franchise or computer repair franchise, either retail or home-based, could be your ticket to a rewarding, entrepreneurial franchise career!


Franchise Opportunities in an Exploding Market


*Fast-Teks

Unlike traditional computer repair stores, Fast-teks franchise owners manage a staff of technicians and trainers that travel to and conduct all of their services at the site of the business or residential customer. By eliminating the high overhead associated with a storefront, Fast-teks owners can focus their resources on advertising, marketing and management. Because they offer all computer related services, including software training, the possibilities exists for unlimited income and an ever-expanding client base.

Owning a home-based Fast-teks franchise can be both financially and personally rewarding. Fast-teks provides comprehensive training, a proven operating system and unparalleled on-going support. Fast-teks franchisees have access to a state-of-the-art advertising department. This department will offer guidance on all advertising vehicles, custom design your local advertisements, and execute the electronic placement of all of your marketing materials.

The Fast-teks franchise is designed to be among the most reasonable in the computer industry. Fast teks provides a protected territory, initial technicians, comprehensive training (your location or corporate headquarters), proven operating system, access to customer call center, unparalleled support and much more.

Read What Their Franchisees Have To Say

"When I learned about Fast-teks I was hooked. This is a great way to run a business with unlimited growth potential. The support and experienced staff are second to none. I reached my first year goal in my initial 6 months." - Dennis M. - Boston, MA

"As a former CFO I looked for an opportunity with low overhead and high profitability. The support and guidance is everything I expected and more. Fast-teks helped my business become a success every step of the way." - Roy N. - Las Vegas, NV

If you have the motivation and desire to make a difference in your life and to have a business of your own, consider joining the Fast-teks team. It is a timely and significant opportunity for the discriminating business owner or investor.

* Information compiled by Fast-teks



Geeks On Call

Geeks On Call® is a highly respected on-site computer services Franchise Company in the United States, with 332 locations in 23 states and the District of Columbia. Geeks On Call® dominates the computer-services franchise market, outperforming the competition in customer service. Here are the top five reasons to consider a Geeks on Call® Franchise.

1. Strong Growth in the Computer-Services Franchise Industry
On-site service and repair is the fastest-growing segment of the computer-services industry. Their unique bundle of services offers their franchisees a competitive advantage over other computer-service providers.

2. National Footprint
Join major business partners operating 340 franchise locations. Their large network draws its power from unified goals and shared resources, which are benefits you can't get in an independent business venture.

3. Comprehensive, Ongoing Training and Support
Their team of professional consultants will assist you in several areas: methods of doing business; business-to-business field-marketing plans to build your business; customer-appointment scheduling; working with their centralized, nationwide customer dispatch system; recruiting and managing employees; inventory control; business analysis; operational insights; building customer relations, technical support for your questions; on-site visits; and regional meetings. Their comprehensive system allows you to be up and running from the start in a well-prepared, growing business venture.

4. Strong Sales and Marketing
Their franchisees enjoy the benefits of aggressive, national advertising and public-relations programs. Another key competitive advantage is their Business Builder Plan, designed to help you build a successful business from the ground up.

5. Franchisee Network
The Geeks On Call® franchisees are their greatest asset. Leveraging franchisee expertise through the Franchise Advisory Committee allows both franchisor and franchisee to attain results beyond the status quo. Their vast and growing network is rich in interaction and shared experiences.



Friendly Computers
Since 1992, Friendly Computers has been picking up where the manufacturers and mass retailers have been leaving off. They've been helping people repair, upgrade, and custom-build their computer systems on-site, at business and at home.

Friendly Computers, the leader in on-site service, has developed a proven franchise system. You can be part of this multi-billion dollar computer services sector-even if you don’t have much technical expertise.

On-site computer repair is one of the fastest-growing segments of the rapidly-growing computer services industry. Why? Because of three basic trends:

  • The amazing number and growth of people who rely on computers
  • An intensifying onslaught of viruses, worms, Trojan horses and spyware
  • A sharp decline in service options through mass retailers and manufacturers

The number of people who can benefit from on-site computer repair is huge, and growing. As a Friendly Computers franchisee, you can tap into this enormous demand.

You will be providing solutions that computer users desperately need. And you won’t be venturing into alien territory all on your own. You’ll be leveraging a proven, experienced-based franchise program.

Their system is unique, and it works. And they are absolutely 100% ddicated to the success of each and every one of their franchisees.



Expetec

Expetec Technology Services is looking for smart, business minded entrepreneurs to open IT products and services franchises. If you’ve ever considered owning your own business, there couldn’t be a better time. The IT sales and service sector is experiencing double-digit growth and is expected to continue to do so in the foreseeable future.

 

No IT experience is required – Expetec is not an IT company – they are a Sales Driven company that sells IT products and services, not to be confused with the local computer service and repair shop.

 

Expetec offers a wide variety of products and services in the following categories:  Network Security, Business Continuity,Web Services and Network Administration  Most companies’ IT needs have outgrown their staff. That’s where you and Expetec come in. You will provide solutions and allow companies to focus on IT issues that help generate revenue rather than spending all of their time defending the network.  

 



Computer Tots / Computer Explorers (CTCE) - Would you like to make a difference in the lives of children while enhancing your own quality of life? Becoming a CTCE franchisee affords you the opportunity to do just that! CTCE offers a low-investment solution to owning your own business. As a part of the ICED family of franchises, CTCE franchisees are in business FOR themselves, but never BY themselves.

CTCE is a home-based franchise, which offers many rewarding advantages. Among entrepreneurs, home-based Franchising is the fastest growing business segment.

Because of the obligations for schools to meet national education standards, CTCE programs are in higher demand than ever. CTCE meets and exceeds all national and state standards including those set by the International Society for Technology in Education.

Being a COMPUTERTOTS/COMPUTER EXPLORERS franchisee provides an extraordinary Business Opportunity and a higher level of personal satisfaction. Advantages include exclusive licensing, financing to qualified buyers and the freedom of working for yourself. Franchising is statistically a more successful business format — you have a proven, supported system behind you.

What will COMPUTERTOTS/COMPUTER EXPLORERS provide to you as an owner?

  • Professionally developed CTCE sales system
  • Comprehensive and ongoing training
  • Continuous curriculum development and update
  • National marketing and public relations materials
  • Financial guidance

COMPUTERTOTS/COMPUTER EXPLORERS is a part of the ICED family of franchises. With a background in franchising that began in 1967, ICED ranks among the world’s largest international alliances of printing, communications and Education franchises with business relationships in the United States and 10 other countries. ICED supports all of its franchise systems with marketing, financial guidance, training and all other areas of franchise support. ICED is a financially stable holding company with no long-term debt.



Rapid Refill Ink

Rapid Refill Ink is a franchise operation in the business of remanufacturing inkjet and laser toner cartridges. Their retail stores provide an environmentally friendly, low cost refill solution that is quick and easy and offers a savings of up to 70% o the cost of new cartridges – and no waiting!

What a great opportunity for a first time business operator or a seasoned entrepreneur. Rapid Refill Ink is clearly a leader in this exciting new business channel. With their fully automated  - high volume, production process, proven sales and marketing approach, inviting décor package (the counter is made of crushed sunflower seeds, the carpet is 52% pst-consumer content, the walls are made of wheat stock and the production floor is made of reclaimed tile (they walk the talk of recycling) their family of franchisees is growing daily.



Island Ink-Jet

Own Your Own Island! The Island Ink-Jet Franchise is a comprehensive package that includes everything you need to successfully do business. Their offering is all about value: value for your customers, as well as value for you. The Island Ink-Jet Franchise package provides you with ease-of-entry, complete business support, and a comprehensive training package—everything necessary to set you up for success!

They provide:

  • Assistance in location selection and lease negotiation
  • Complete technical and business training
  • Customer Service Center manufacturing and installation
  • A complete selection of inventory (with substantial retail value)
  • Office supplies and equipment

Island Ink-Jet Franchisees are also eligible for government guaranteed loans through the Small Business Administration loans program.


Cartridge World
Recently ranked #1 in their industry by Entrepreneur Magazine, Cartridge World is the World Leader in the Printer Cartridge Refilling Business. Cartridge World stores target both consumers and businesses, offering savings of up to 50% of retail prices.  Their 100% garantee ensures customers' satisfaction. Demand for ink and toner cartridges continues to expand at a rapid rate.  Consumers and businesses are clearly ready for an alternative to the high priced cartridges produced by the printer companies.  Currently, over 70% o all printer users throw away their used cartridges.  Cartridge World, with local retail stores and superior customer service, offers a clear alternative to high-priced printer cartridges. With over 1000 stores open in over 20 countries, Cartridge World is the largest retailer of printer cartridge refilling services in the world.  Find out how you can be part of the Cartridge World success story.


Cartridge Depot
Cartridge Depot has successfully trained hundreds of people now working productively in the industry – most with no previous experience. You will learn everything you will need to run a successful Cartridge Depot business. They will train you in every aspect of the operation of your franchise business as well as provide you with a comprehensive Operations Manual and computer software. Their program includes technical information, purchasing and stock control, administration and bookkeeping, plus sales and marketing support.

You can be sure that ongoing support and technical advice are always just a phone call away. As a Cartridge Depot franchisee, you’ll be part of a growing team of people who will be able to communicate helpful ideas and shared knowledge, including technical updates and upgrades. They ’ll be there to keep you growing strong. 

 


inkTone
inkTone perfectly responds to the question “Why am I paying so much for cartridges?” With inkTone, you can offer your customers premium quality inkjet and toner cartridges at up to 50% svings from OEM prices. The positive environmental benefits of recycling further add to the value you bring to your customers.

From the moment you become a inkTone franchisee you will gain access to a dynamic and proven franchise training program. At inkTone University you will learn everything you need to know in operations, marketing and management to succeed. inkTone's highly skilled franchise service representatives will be there with you every step of the way.

The inkTone management team has more than 38 years of experience building strong, marketable franchise brands such as Sir Speedy, PIP Printing and KOA Kampgrounds. By utilizing their extensive experience in the inkjet, toner and printer consumables industry, they can give you the tools to succeed in this growing market.

 






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