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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Central Courier vs Medex Patient Transport including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $29,500 - $149,750 | $105,015 - $155,240 |
Franchise Fee | $15,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 6% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1999 | - |
Year Franchised | 2009 | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
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 | -/- |
Start-up Costs | -/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | -/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | -/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | -/Yes | -/- |
Payroll | -/Yes | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | Corporate Franchise Training provided at the Headquarters (Nashville, TN): Medex management will work with Franchisee to understand and fully grasp what an ideal location will be for the business and how the day-to-day operations work in managing the concept. It is expected that the Franchisor will provide Franchisees with approximately one week of initial training at the Franchisor's headquarters in Nashville, TN. Medex Phase I instruction will pertain to administrative, operational, and sales/marketing matters; it will also include a liberal amount of on-the-job training with the Franchisee spending time at the corporate offices and operating the corporate vehicles themselves. This training will be provided for the Franchisee and up to one other team member. Franchise Field Training provided at the Franchisee's location: On-site training typically takes place when the Franchisee commences operations of their Medex Franchise model. An experienced trainer from Medex corporate will provide on-site training for a period of three days to assist the Franchisee in the commencement of operations and facilitate a shortened ramp up time. |
Support | - | Medex corporate has a call center and corporate team that will support franchisees and allow the franchisees to leverage an established and successful corporate "hub" providing services to the franchise operators in the field. Medex Corporate will handle the operations that would traditionally take place in the franchised office. These duties include 24/7 call answering services, patient intake, and centralized dispatch. � Invoicing � We'll report invoice amounts to you. � Scheduling � Be there on time, every time. � Route Management � Less Time and Gas = More Profits. � Call Center Support � Our Office is YOUR Office. � Office Management � Employee Recruitment |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
Central Courier, LLC offers a proven business model with a system that has worked for many years and can work for you too. 1. As a franchisee, you will be given all the information and support to duplicate our successful system to maximize your potential for success. 2. We will help you decide on the best location and service area for your Central Courier franchise. 3. Our detailed Operations Manual will teach you everything you need to start your business. We will not only train you but also provide you with the knowledge to grow your business. We leave no stone unturned when it comes to teaching you our business system for success. We will continue to help you grow your business to ensure our mutual success. 4. We share our proven system and procedures. Both have been developed over many years to allow the successful operation of one or multiple Central Courier Franchise locations. Immediately upon signing the Franchise Agreement, you will have access to a successful system and proven methods for success � one of the best in the industry. 5. You will enjoy the benefits from our name recognition and marketing experience. You will be part of a Central Courier network of successful Franchisees. If you can follow a system, want to own your own business, and are not afraid of building some sweat equity,' then a Central Courier franchise may be right for you!
WE BUILT THE COMPANY THAT WE'D WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH. WE HOPE YOU DO TOO. 1)Useful is forever Bells and whistles wear off, but usefulness never does. We provide useful services that provide just what you need and nothing you don't. 2)Great service is everything We're famous for fast and friendly customer service. We work hard to make sure we live up to that reputation every day. 3)Clarity is king Buzzwords, lingo, and sensationalized sales-and-marketing-speak have no place at Medex. We communicate clearly and honestly. 4)Our customers are our investors Our customers fund our daily operations by paying for our products. We answer to them � not investors, the stock market, or a board of Medical Transportation Business directors. 5)The basics are beautiful We'll never overlook what really matters: The basics. Great service, ease of use, honest pricing, and respect for our customer's time, money, and trust. 6)No hidden fees or secret prices We believe everyone is entitled to the best price we can offer. Our prices are easy to understand, require no math, and are the same no matter who you are. 7)Patient transport should be easy Our services are intuitive. You can place orders 24/7 online or over the phone and we'll answer every question you've got. 8)Long-term contracts are obscene No one likes being locked into something they don't want anymore. Our customers can cancel at any time, no questions asked. No setup/termination fees either. Growth � Growth off the charts! When people need medical attention and are incapable of transporting themselves, as with some elderly people or the disabled, they rely on medical transport companies to get them to the clinic, treatment facility or hospital. Medical transportation companies provide safe and quick transportation for emergency and non-emergency situations. The main reasons non-emergency medical transportation make business sense is: � The US population is rapidly aging � The first of the Baby-Boomers turned 65 in 2011 � Many state and federal agencies pay for transportation benefits � Brokers are always in need of reliable transportation providers � Healthcare facilities and patients are willing to pay for transport services. Medex will create a business model that works in your geographic area and will give marketing and sales support from day one. In the United States, the proportion of the population aged >65 years is projected to increase from 12.4% in 2000 to 19.6% in 2030. The number of persons aged >65 years is expected to increase from approximately 35 million in 2000 to an estimated 71 million in 2030, and the number of persons aged >80 years is expected to increase from 9.3 million in 2000 to 19.5 million in 2030 The Systems: Computer Software We require you to use certain computer equipment and software in order to manage the Medex business model. The systems and procedures have been developed to help you scale your business efficiently and effectively, follow our model and let us help you scale your business. One of the strongest elements of the business model is the backend support including the following elements that support you and your medical transportation franchise: - Call Center Support - Centralized Dispatch - Rate Management - Outsourced office management - Billing - Standard franchise support and franchise rights