The Franchising World February 2011 Issue

PERSONALISED WONDERS, THAT'S WHAT DEFINES PRESTO THE BEST. GRAB ANY PRODUCT FROM ITS STORES AND PRESTO WILL MAGICALLY TRANSFORM IT INTO A 'SPECIAL SOMETHING' FOR THE 'SOMEONE SPECIAL,' BE IT ANY OF YOUR FRIENDS OR A FAMILY MEMBER. AND ITS BUSINESS FORMAT

By TFW Bureau Feb, 03 2011

Retail Space Saga From a few square feet to over 2,000 sq.ft

One of the key determinants of a retailer's success is the format he uses to present to his target customers. A retailer can chose a format based on the kind of store design he wants to render, the locality he would like to establish, various products and

By Beny Sachdeva Feb, 03 2011

BIG BOOSTERS

Large format stores, typically called as big-box stores, are the focus for retailers this year. Reason, for one, renting larger spaces in malls gives companies better negotiating power. Then, large stores can also generate additional incomes through sub-l

By Tushi Deb Feb, 03 2011

Business Balancers

The mid-size format acts as a middle ground for franchisors through which brands can balance out their business and economies. If caught between small and large stores, mid-size stores are the best bet. Better brand visibility and high profit quotient mak

By Tushi Deb Feb, 03 2011

Tiny treasure troves

They may be tiny but huge businesses ride on them. Be it a coffee counter in a mall or a jewellery kiosk in a shopping complex, these few square feet count for big bucks in business. Kiosks, carts and vending machines are turning out to be the new turning

By Amanpreet Kaur Feb, 03 2011

Small wonders

SMALL RETAIL FORMATS ARE PROVING TO BE A BIG THING IN INDIA. EXCEPT FOR THE NAME, NOTHING IS SMALL IN THIS RETAIL MODEL. IT HAS BIG BRANDS LATCHING UP, BIG REVENUES AND EVEN BIGGER SCOPE FOR GROWTH.

By Ramanjit Kaur Feb, 03 2011

Related opportunities

Ice Creams & Yogurt Parlors

Basant Icecream

The story of BASANT Kulfi is a testament to the..

Locations looking for expansion Haryana

Establishment year 1952

Franchising Launch Date 2020

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Investment size Rs. 30lakh - 50lakh

Space required 100

Franchise Outlets -NA-

Franchise Type Unit

Headquater Gurugram Haryana
Tea And Coffee Chain

Chai Calling

Chai Calling – India’s Leading Tea Café Franchise Chai Calling, one..

Locations looking for expansion Delhi

Establishment year 2015

Franchising Launch Date 2019

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Investment size Rs. 2lakh - 5lakh

Space required 100

Franchise Outlets -NA-

Franchise Type Unit, Multiunit

Headquater Delhi Delhi
Sports Equipment Stores

The Colosseum Sports

The Colosseum Sports, where passion and performance unite. We believe..

Locations looking for expansion Tamil nadu

Establishment year 2024

Franchising Launch Date 2024

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Investment size Rs. 30lakh - 50lakh

Space required 3500

Franchise Outlets -NA-

Franchise Type Unit, Multiunit

Headquater Poonamallee Tamil nadu
Lighting, Electrical & Plumbing

Eglo India

Brand Essence: EGLO is a global leader in decorative and smart..

Locations looking for expansion Delhi

Establishment year 1969

Franchising Launch Date 2025

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Investment size Rs. 50lakh - 1 Cr.

Space required 3000

Franchise Outlets -NA-

Franchise Type Unit, Multiunit

Headquater Delhi Delhi
Precious Jewellery

Silver Carat

The "Silver Carat Strategy Deck" provides an overview of Silver..

Locations looking for expansion Andhra pradesh

Establishment year 1975

Franchising Launch Date 2023

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Investment size Rs. 30lakh - 50lakh

Space required 300

Franchise Outlets -NA-

Franchise Type Unit, Multiunit

Headquater Kurnool Andhra pradesh
Beauty Salons/ Unisex Salons/ Spa

Get Georgeous

GET GORGEOUS Beauty Bar stands as a hallmark of luxury..

Locations looking for expansion Karnataka

Establishment year 2016

Franchising Launch Date 2024

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Investment size Rs. 30lakh - 50lakh

Space required 800

Franchise Outlets -NA-

Franchise Type Unit, Multiunit

Headquater Bangalore Karnataka

The franchisors’ wish list

Budget 2011 is just around the corner, and, as always, it's time for heightened anxiety and anticipation. The franchise fraternity, be it a debutant or an established player, has a long wish list, with a hope that this time, there will be more smiles than

By Beny Sachdeva Feb, 03 2011

TEST RUN YOUR BUSINESS IDEA

By Tushi Deb The successful running of the pilot operation is essential to the preparation of the franchise package. The experience obtained in setting up and running the pilot will provide the basis upon which the elements of the business package will b

By Tushi Deb Feb, 03 2011

Google or Facebook THE AD-VANTAGE IS YOURS

When it comes to online advertising, two big names, Google and Facebook, click instantly. Both have their own advertising programmes and individual advantages, but if you ask which one to choose, we'll say, study both the models well and let your product

By Shimona Talwar Feb, 03 2011

Riding on a new wave

Automotive franchising is in the fast gear. Now, it's not about merely buying and selling, it's also about tyre retailing, car detailing or selling car batteries. The sector is pulling in lot of investors, who are ready for a whirlwind drive into a little

By Amanpreet Kaur Feb, 03 2011

In high gear

Prateek Maheshwari, Founder Director of Brand Concepts Pvt. Ltd, a premier resource for licensed fashion, sports and entertainment accessories, is a man of acute business acumen. Having signed an exclusive licence agreement with Tommy Hilfiger, his busine

By Beny Sachdeva Feb, 03 2011

NAME, FAME OR MONEY?

Entrepreneurship is on the rise in India. But what factors pull the trigger and make it happen? Is it an individual's search for growth and learning, or just name and fame? We explore the motivators…

By Malvika Lal Feb, 04 2011

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