Kwik Kopy vs Relay Express Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Kwik Kopy vs Relay Express including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Kwik Kopy Franchise
Relay Express Franchise
Investment $173,684 - $251,355$84,550 - $298,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 7%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20011986
Year Franchised 20012006
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Kwik Kopy Franchise
Relay Express Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Kwik Kopy Franchise
    Relay Express Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs Yes/Yes-/-
    Equipment Yes/Yes-/-
    Inventory Yes/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Kwik Kopy Franchise
    Relay Express Franchise
    Training --
    Support Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing --
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Kwik Kopy Franchise
    Relay Express Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Kwik Kopy

    Combine our renowned Kwik Kopy Printing franchise with our pack-and-ship brand, Parcel Plus, and you have our newest business solutions concept � Kwik Kopy Business Centers. Kwik Kopy Business Centers bring the most technologically advanced printing systems to growing business communities. Located in shopping malls and strip centers, we help customers with complete document management, professional marketing solutions, and packing, mailing and shipping services. Kwik Kopy Business Centers have multi-revenue streams including printing/copying and pack-and-ship. In an intensive four-week program at our international training facility, you receive hands-on guidance in operations, business planning, financial analysis, target marketing and other essential areas. You have preferred pricing tiers from FedEx�, UPS� and DHL. You also receive a variety of professionally designed advertising materials to help drive customers into your center.

    About Relay Express

     Relay Express, established in 1986, is a Logistical Solutions Provider specializing in logistical warehousing, inventory management, cross-dock distribution, first mile and final mile delivery, and on-demand transportation needs. With locations throughout the Midwest, Relay Express is positioned to provide warehousing, local pick-up and delivery, and a variety of on-demand solutions on short notice.
     
    Now, you can start a courier service business by becoming part of the Relay Express team when you open your own courier and delivery service franchise!Relay Express is the premier franchise opportunity in the $22 BILLION dollar (and growing!) courier and delivery business! In fact, we were just recognized by franchise expert Candee Wilde in the September issue of "INC." Magazine as one of the leading business service franchise opportunities in the country! The changes in the business marketplace including "just-in-time" manufacturing, outsourcing and growth of online purchasing, just to name a few factors, have contributed to the growth of the delivery and courier business. Relay Express has developed a delivery and courier service business known for dependability and efficiency. Our customers have always enjoyed the professional service we offer.