Signal Graphics Business Center vs YESCO Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Signal Graphics Business Center vs YESCO including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
YESCO Franchise
Investment $159,000 - $201,000$65,000 - $352,200
Franchise Fee $25,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee -up to 3%
Year Founded 19741920
Year Franchised 19822011
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
YESCO Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
    		• -

    Financing Options
     
    Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
    YESCO Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/YesYes/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/YesYes/Yes
    Receivables No/Yes-/Yes
    Payroll No/Yes-/Yes

    Training & Support
     
    Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
    YESCO Franchise
    Training - On-The-Job Training: 20 hours Classroom Training: 70 hours Additional Training: Ongoing coaching by phone
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluationsPurchasing Co-ops Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising SEO Website development Email marketing
    Operations 3% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    		Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 3

    Expansion Plans
     
    Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
    YESCO Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Signal Graphics Business Center

    In 1974, Stephen Morris founded Stop & Go Printing, a Denver, Colorado, printing center that combined typesetting, quick printing, copying and commercial printing. The company began franchising in 1982. Six years later, Stop & Go Printing changed its name to Signal Graphics. Today the company offers computer graphic services, copying, commercial printing, packaging and shipping services.
    You have unshakable ambition, a dedicated work ethic and a deep desire to succeed. Signal Graphics can help you achieve it. Independence. Unlimited growth potential. Go after your dream.


    About YESCO

    A YESCO Franchise provides:
    - Use of the YESCO brand
    - Access to YESCO's purchasing power
    - Opportunity to provide service to YESCO regional and national (customers located within your territory) 
    - Opportunity to service existing YESCO maintenance contracts (within your territory)
    - Potential for increased business value
    - Use of YESCO's proprietary technology and software solutions
    - Sign and lighting patrol application (mobile phone)
    - ServizioTM (back office suite)
    - Servizio MobileTM (tablet PC)
    - Billing and collection
    - Lead generation system
    - Comprehensive print and online marketing materials
    - A complete list of products and services available to your customers
    - Ongoing training and support

     A YESCO Franchise is an opportunity like no other.

    Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee
    "Entrepreneur
    #169 in franchise 500 for 2020.
    #271 in franchise 500 for 2021.