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Not all franchises are the same. A successful franchise company requires from its management unique expertise that combines professional business administration, sales and marketing skills, and an understanding of the entrepreneurial mind set. Last but not least, the best franchise companies know how to execute sound business strategies and communicate well with their franchisees. If you are interested in becoming a Master Franchisee, you’ll want to know:
How solid is the company in which I am investing?
System4 has a proven track record of growth, market performance and excellence. Its management leadership brings to the table over 50 years of combined experience in franchise operation and the commercial cleaning industry. Also, we constantly re-invest in our company to provide continuous improvements that benefit all parties involved.
How marketable is the product or service I will be selling, especially in uncertain economic times?
Commercial cleaning is a recession-resistant industry. In good times and bad, workplaces need to be cleaned, and they need to be cleaned with regularity, so revenue is always re-occurring. Cleaning is a service that cannot be exported overseas, replaced by technology, or eliminated.
I’ve had success in my career and I’m not afraid to acquire new skills, but what if I’ve never been an entrepreneur?
This is where the advantages of franchise ownership in a well-run organization really come into play. As an Entrepreneur, you are not a specialist in one area but a generalist who understands all areas.
System4 has defined the processes in every area along with comprehensive training and support. When comparing franchises, see the difference with System4…from the need in the marketplace for our services, our business model, our proprietary software, our playbooks, etc. to the System4 management team that delivers it!
Once I get the personal training, am I on my own?
No, you always have a partner with System4. Our goal is for you to build your recurring monthly revenue as large as possible. We will train and support you on an ongoing basis in every aspect of your business. Our proprietary software platform we refer to as SMARTS provides us real-time access to almost every aspect of your business, so we can support you like we are in the office next door.
What is my potential for growth and success?
Smaller markets can support a $3 million a year business, larger markets $5-10 million and at System4 you can own multiple markets. At System4 your success is under your control. This is a "execution" based model where your success is directly tied to executing our business model. The commercial cleaning industry is a $100+ billion industry that continues to grow. Unlike many industries, there is no dominant leader that "owns" the market. A fragmented marketplace leaves room for significant gain in market share.
What is my risk and cost?
Prices for markets vary based on market size, but generally the minimum down payment is $100K and year one operating cash is an additional $75-$100K. The risk is "execution risk", if you execute the model you will be successful. Even the smallest markets have 10,000+ potential customers. Commercial cleaning is a recession-resistant industry with a re-occurring need for cleaning services, so opportunities for growth are constant.
