Relay Express vs 3@1 Postal, Business and Communication Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Relay Express vs 3@1 Postal, Business and Communication including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Relay Express Franchise
3@1 Postal, Business and Communication Franchise
Investment $84,550 - $298,000$80,000 - $100,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$15,000
Royalty Fee 5%3%
Advertising Fee -0
Year Founded 19861999
Year Franchised 20062001
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Relay Express Franchise
3@1 Postal, Business and Communication Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Relay Express Franchise
3@1 Postal, Business and Communication Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Relay Express Franchise
3@1 Postal, Business and Communication Franchise
Training -Training in Johannesburg and in-store at the location
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Relay Express Franchise
3@1 Postal, Business and Communication Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

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.
 

About 3@1 Postal, Business and Communication

3@1 franchising offers a one-stop retail opportunity in the business & communications industry, ranging from: electronic communication (email, internet access, e-commerce); business communications (photocopying, laminating, binding, printing, a photo lab, stationery); and postal services (local and international courier, mail box rentals, etc).3@1 recognizes that efficient, effective, fast, relevant and up-to-date means of communication is the lifeblood of international and local businesses alike and therefore provides the most up-to-date, fast and cost effective methods of communication and communication products to businesses and householders alike - and this from local stores carefully positioned within close proximity of our customers. Specialties Courier, Communication, Franchise, Franchising, Postal, Business, Internet We would welcome Area Franchisees on a state to state basis or individuals that would commit to multiple stores.