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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of 1 800 905 GEEK vs gradeAtechs.com including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $53,400 - $82,200 | $75,000 |
Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $20,000 |
Royalty Fee | 11% | - |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1999 | 2002 |
Year Franchised | 2001 | 2006 |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - |
1 Part Technician
You love technology and the latest and great hardware and software. You love to learn about technology. 1 Part Promoter You like meeting new people and consider yourself a business person at heart. You enjoy a good challenge and are self motivated. 1 Part Entrepreneur You hate cubicles and want the freedom of choosing what you are doing today. You understand that rewards come with hard work, focus and a dynamic team supporting you. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | 1 week intensive at head office |
Support | - | Our team will assist you focus "on" your business instead of "in" your business. With our tools and training we will help you: * Create cost effective marketing plans * Hire, train and retain qualified employees to perform at your caliber * Create long term customer relations and revenue streams * Manage incoming client phone calls, dispatch requests and paper work with our call centre and custom made business management software |
Marketing | - | Our franchisees enjoy the benefits of aggressive advertising programs and cost effective marketing tactics. We can help you get the most from the brand power of gradeAtechs.com. |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
In addition to being one of the most popular on-site computer-support companies in the nation, 1 800 905 GEEK (a Geeks On Call Company) was named the #1 new franchise company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine (January 2006 issue). The services offered by 1 800 905 GEEK include computer privacy and security solutions, installations of hardware and wireless networks, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and consulting. The company's certified, trained, and tested technicians drive Chrysler PT Cruisers wrapped in the 1 800 905 GEEK logo. Founded in 1999, 1 800 905 GEEK began franchising in 2001 and today has over 300 franchises operating nationwide. For more information, visit www.1800905GEEK.com. All 1 800 905 GEEK franchises are independently owned and operated. �2007 Geeks On Call America, Inc.
Founded in 2002 by four tech nerds with a passion for applying IT solutions to fuel business growth, Grade A is one of Canada’s leading IT firms providing end-to-end IT solutions. We believe that every great business should have great IT and our goal is to customize an IT solution to suit your specific needs.