Editorial

"When I learned about Fast-teks I was hooked. This is a great way to run a business with unlimited growth potential.".

It happens to everyone … you daughter is trying to do research for her history paper and can’t get online. Or your husband is answering business emails from home and the computer crashes. And what do you do when your network at your small business gets a virus and the one person who understands the computer system is on vacation?

Both home computer users and small businesses become very frustrated when there’s an IT problem but no IT department to call. Fortunately there’s a solution to all of the computer-related problems we face – Fast-teks On-Site Computer Services. And now this hot and in-demand business is available as a Franchise opportunity!

Fast-teks, which is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, began Franchising in late 2003 with a goal of establishing ten franchised locations in the first year. The response to the business was so overwhelming that their goal was met in the first six months.

“We now have 44 Franchises nationwide,” says Christopher Tain, Chief Technology Officer, “with several more locations opening soon. It’s exciting to be part of a fast growing franchise company.”

Since so much of what we do at home and at work revolves around technology, keeping a healthy computer system is important. Fast-teks can provide all of the advantages of having an IT staff without the cost of a full-time IT professional on the payroll. They offer technical expertise and service in a number of areas, including:

On-site computer and networking services
Virus, worm and sypware detection and removal
DSL & cable modem setup
Wireless networking
Website development
Technology consulting
Software training

An additional advantage to Fast-teks’ clients is that they can save a business time and money by allowing them to hire technical specialists for specific projects as needed. Fast-teks can provide clients with same-day service and the pricing schedule is all upfront with no hidden costs.

Owning a Fast-teks franchise allows you to be involved in the IT field without being a computer expert. Owners manage a staff of employees and subcontractors with specific skills while they spend their time building the business. “Each franchise only needs a few part-time technicians to get started,” says Tain. “Technicians are paid on a per job basis as needed. This allows the franchise owner to market the business and add additional employees as the business grows.”

Fast-teks takes pride in their franchisees and works closely with them to help them build their business. “Our support is second to none,” says Tain, “and I believe we have one of the best franchise models in the country. We have our own art department, sales center, support staff and online tools to help each franchisee. We know what works and what doesn’t so each franchise benefits from our experience.”

Tain says that the Fast-teks business is a great option for a professional looking for a dynamic ownership opportunity. Statistics show that there are over six million computers in the U.S. that will need replacing or upgrading within the next few years and this will create an opportunity for outsourcing, particularly for those companies who do the service at the customer’s site. Because of this onsite service, no expensive storefront is needed and the cost savings can be invested elsewhere, such as in advertising and marketing. Each franchisee will receive a marketing plan from Fast-teks that includes multiple print and online ads for their territory – all custom designed by the in-house art department.

From initial training to on-going support, Fast-teks is invested in the success of their franchisees, says Tain. “We provide one-on-one training for each new franchisee. The training includes office set-up, instructions on setting service rates, technician/trainer/website developer recruitment and evaluation, independent contractor and employment relations, marketing and advertising, client inquires and client consultations. We also have over 30 documents to help our franchisees run their business. The great thing about Fast-teks is the support after training is unlimited.”

Another advantage to the Fast-teks system is that they have a Sales Support Center with qualified technicians answering the phones live for the franchisees. “We know how to handle customer problems and provide excellent service fast,” says Tain.

Fast-teks is looking to add more franchisees and they still have some key locations available. They provide a turnkey investment with unlimited growth potential. If you are a professional with a deep desire to build a business in the fast-growing computer services market, Fast-teks can help!