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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of PMA vs AccuTrak Inventory Specialists including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $43,300 - $70,000 | $39,000 - $48,000 |
Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $22,500 |
Royalty Fee | 10-8% | 7% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1985 | 1993 |
Year Franchised | 1998 | 2000 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 15 years |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 15 years |
Renewal Fee | $5K | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | ||
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/No | No/No |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | No/No |
Equipment | No/Yes | No/No |
Inventory | No/Yes | No/No |
Receivables | No/Yes | No/No |
Payroll | No/Yes | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | - |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations | Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives |
Marketing | - | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising |
Operations |
20% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. |
Franchise can be run from home. 15% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | No |
International Expansion | No | No |
Since 1985, Personalized Management Associates (PMA) has been putting representatives in an assortment of positions in the retail, eatery and administration enterprises, including store/branch, midmanagement, specialized, corporate and official levels.
PMA is the only Franchisor in the USA of an Executive Search Chain specializing in the recession resistant niche markets of restaurant, hospitality and retail management. Featuring: Double Digit Operating Margins, Quick Cash Flow Ramp Up, Multiple Revenue Streams, Strong Training, Guidance and Support, Protected Territories, Quality of Life and the Lowest Initial Investment in the Staffing Industry.
AccuTrak has developed programs tailored to provide inventory and
consulting services to virtually any business. Depending on the depth of
your inventory needs, from a simple dollar value count to detailed
sales reporting, we offer the appropriate program. AccuTrak's
experienced staff, specialized computer software and proven methods can
quickly & easily provide you with the inventory answers you need.