PIP Printing & Document Services vs Rayacom Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of PIP Printing & Document Services vs Rayacom including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
PIP Printing & Document Services Franchise
Rayacom Franchise
Investment $227,981 - $277,981$94,130 - $222,062
Franchise Fee $25,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 0.25%-6.5%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 1965-
Year Franchised 1968-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
PIP Printing & Document Services Franchise
Rayacom Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    PIP Printing & Document Services Franchise
    Rayacom Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    PIP Printing & Document Services Franchise
    Rayacom Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 24 hours Classroom Training: 80 hours Additional Training: Regional meetings *BUSINESS PLANNING *SALES *GOALS SETTING *TIME MANAGEMENT *PRICING *PROJECT MANAGEMENT *PRODUCTION *PRODUCTS/SUPPLIERS *CUSTOMER SERVICE/RETENTION *FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT *MARKETING *PERSONNEL
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform Training and support from our head office and our local area franchisees. Our area teams are experienced retail operators and are available to assist and guide you as you open and build your franchise. Our innovative team will provide you with expert advice on emerging business trends and technology. Throughout the years, our IT team significantly improved our business and maximized our profits by sourcing and implementing the ideal technology in our stores.
    Marketing Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing -
    Operations 5% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 5

    Absentee ownership allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    PIP Printing & Document Services Franchise
    Rayacom Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About PIP Printing & Document Services

    In 1965, Bill LeVine converted his commercial printing plant into a "while you wait" printing center. Four years later, his company, PIP Printing, began franchising.
    Today, PIP Printing's more than 1,200 centers provide a variety of printing and business services.
     Promise Yourself A Brighter Future Independence.
    Control over your destiny.
    A more secure future.
    These are a few of the reasons people like you dream of entering business for themselves. PIP Printing can make that dream come true. PIP is part of the growing business communications industry. The best part of all is that, by becoming a PIP franchise owner, you can become part of that.
     Here's what a PIP Printing franchise offers you:
    -Brand name recognition.
    -A proven business system, backed by an established 37-year track record.
    -Powerful national advertising reaching millions of print buyers on such media as TV, radio, magazines and the World Wide Web.
    -A variety of strong local marketing components: posters, direct mail, sales brochures, promotions and radio and TV commercials.
    -Comprehensive market research studies to give PIP Printing the competitive edge.
    -A world-class, e-commerce enabled website for your individual center
    -Buying clout via national purchasing contracts.
    -Pricing strategies to position you competitively in your marketplace.
    -Innovative products and services.
    -Dynamic selling design that projects a professional identity.
    -Comprehensive and ongoing training programs to increase management and business printing skills -- also available to your employees.

    -Detailed marketing skills, operational and management consultation.

    "Entrepreneur
    #389 in Franchise 500 for 2020.

    About Rayacom

    The visual communication industry is exploding - Be part of the $140 billion dollar print industry Taking control of your own financial future by owning a Rayacom franchise has never been easier - 
or more desirable. Leading businesses in Canada look to Rayacom as the vital link for creating a full range of visual communication solutions. A Rayacom store's interior is designed to promote a comfortable, yet professional business environment, with a modern appearance focused on products and services. Typically located in high traffic retail locations, so its convenience for our customers. Location sizes range from 900 to 5000 sq. ft. and stores generally engage a full-time staff of one or more employees, including the owner/operator. Hours of operation vary, but locations are typically open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 11a.m. to 4 p.m.Rayacom.com online storefront allows customers to place an order 24/7 and have their products shipped to them directly or picked up at one of our convenient locations. The ability to allow customers to order online and manage their previous orders is another competitive advantage that sets Rayacom apart from a traditional print shop. We offer: *Experience *Brand Recognition *Purchasing Power *Training and Assistance *Financing Assistance *Real Estate Development *Technology Development and Support
    Rayacom.com is Canada's only online, print and design franchisor. Are you ready to bring Rayacom.com to your community?