Computer maintenance services
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The investment required to open a deBugit Franchise is between $151,500 - $214,000 . There is an initial franchise fee of $30,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the deBugit name.
| Expense | In-House | Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | No | Yes |
| Startup Costs | No | Yes |
| Equipment | No | Yes |
| Inventory | No | Yes |
| Accounts Receivable | No | No |
| Payroll | No | No |
Training
Before you open your deBugit service center, you and your staff will be provided with a training program specifically designed to impart all facets of our proven system and services, sales development methods, customer service aspects, promotional techniques and other management procedures. At deBugit, training is key to success. All deBugit management must be Certified and have completed deBugit's management training. And deBugit's corporate assistance in employee recruitment and training will greatly assist in developing the local team at each service center.
The deBugit franchise training program includes a complete set of detailed Operation Manuals.
The training includes:
~ customer service
~ software operations
~ business operations
~ public relations
~ service calls
~ equipment analysis
~ marketing
~ technical support
~ on-line support
Support
Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Building your business with tested and proven marketing systems will drive your business. From the arrival of your branded bright yellow deBugit fleet of service vehicles to the placement of your advertising and grand opening promotion, deBugit's marketing professionals will be there. deBugit's marketing will be measurable, have continuity and be result oriented and the deBugit marketing commitment starts with community relations for building awareness.
These advertising components will promote your expertise and professionalism, and will separate deBugit from the competition. It will position deBugit franchisees as the leader in computer services.
Marketing and advertising will be managed for you through deBugit's marketing communications group.
Marketing and Advertising program includes:
~ Corporate Identity
~ Mobile Billboards (vehicles)
~ Yellow Pages
~ Media Advertising ~ Web Site
~ Customer Retention Program
~ Public Relations
~ Recruiting
~ Direct Mail
~ Client Database
| Year | U.S.A. | Canada | International | Corporate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 |
| 2003 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 |
| 2002 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 |
| 2001 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 |
How much money you could make as a deBugit Franchise owner depends on a wide variety of factors. As a business owner, your primary goals are to strive for high sales while keeping your oper_ating costs as low as possible while still maintaining quality products and service. The monthly oper_ating costs that you will incur as a deBugit Franchise owner may include royalty fees, rent or mortgage, staffing, products, supplies, utilities, administrative costs and other things. Although your monthly oper_ating costs may vary from month to month, your start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover the majority of your initial oper_ating equipment, signage, and renovations.
Legal Disclaimer: This information is not a franchise offering for deBugit and should not be construed as such. The Franchise Mall makes every effort to maintain accurate franchise data but does not guarantee nor assume liability for incorrect data. We recomend that anyone seriously interested in pursuing an deBugit franchise opportunity, review that franchise's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with an attorney and accountant.