Device Pitstop vs Digital Doc Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Device Pitstop vs Digital Doc including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Device Pitstop Franchise
Digital Doc Franchise
Investment $100,700 - $218,250$128,200 - $195,500
Franchise Fee $25,000$44,900
Royalty Fee 5%7%
Advertising Fee $2K/yr-
Year Founded 20132010
Year Franchised 20132012
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Device Pitstop Franchise
Digital Doc Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Device Pitstop Franchise
Digital Doc Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/Yes-/-
Equipment -/Yes-/-
Inventory -/Yes-/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Device Pitstop Franchise
Digital Doc Franchise
Training

Product knowledge workshops and using the technology systems and tools in our stores. The entire infrastructure of the store is preconfigured and setup for you, but it's imperative you learn the basics behind the systems. We understand that you are not a technician, but as a business owner, you need to be able to know the product, speak the language, and understand the processes that your technicians will go through. This part of the training is actually the section our franchisees really enjoy. On-The-Job Training: 20 hours Classroom Training: 63 hours

Your new franchise team of retail sales, technicians & management will be equipped to deliver superior service & skilled repair that rivals your local competition right from the start with our unique hiring, training & certification program. On-The-Job Training: 50 hours Classroom Training: 90 hours
Support

Ongoing support services include: Grand Opening assistance. Ongoing communication between corporate and franchisees. Planned yearly convention. Continuous networking between franchisees. Personal review of monthly sales figures to ensure proper growth. Continuous research and development. Newsletter Toll-Free Line Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform

Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing

When you begin your training, you will further explore your store location, merchandising, signage, advertising, and budgeting needs. You will also work with a media buyer on your opening campaign, as well as working with Device Pitstop on a grassroots, local marketing campaign. Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app

Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations -Absentee Ownership Allowed

Number of Employees Required to Run: 2 - 4

Expansion Plans
 
Device Pitstop Franchise
Digital Doc Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About Device Pitstop

Device Pitstop is a unique store that buys, sells, trades, repairs, and upgrades computers and mobile electronic devices. Our "gently-used,” refurbished, or repaired devices are sold at low prices -" for top quality gear!
Originally founded in Las Vegas in 2003, we currently have ten locations open nationwide, with many others in development. With more new stores opening in the future, it will be easier for you to meet all your computer needs in just one stop.
Device Pitstop is also a place where you can sell your "gently-used” computers and parts. Device Pitstop will pay you CASH On-the-Spot. There’s no more waiting around or making return trips. Device Pitstop makes selling your old devices easy and either puts the money in your hand before you leave the store, or offers you something to put toward a newer machine.
We not only offer you a solution to all your computer needs, we offer constantly changing inventory and quality at a much more reasonable price. At Device Pitstop we believe that reusing computers and various parts is the smartest way to recycle.
Further minimizing the impact on the environment, previously owned computers are either brought back to life or parts are utilized to repair other computers. For computers or parts that have outlasted their useful life, we find a caring home at a local recycling company.
Find a store here: http://www.devicepitstop.com/store-locator/
Device Pitstop... we can manage the damage.

Join the Device Pitstop team and profit from technology growth by providing computing solutions and superior customer service. Become part of a proven business model that offers a diverse range of services and products. Provide customers with outstanding, cutting-edge products and high-end service. Utilize multiple revenue streams in retail and service. Enter the laptop business without being tech experts. Help customers reach all their computing needs while you strengthen your financial future.
Veteran Incentives  $2,500 rebate on franchise fee

About Digital Doc

With more than 4.9 billion internet-connected devices today and 25 billion expected by 2020, now is the perfect time to enter the digital repair and sales industry.
Digital Doc recognized the potential of this growing industry and launched our retail concept specializing in phone, tablet and computer repair and sales. We offer fast, affordable repair and trade-in services, as well as a wide range of accessories and certified, used devices that our customers can count on to keep their devices working and up-to-date. In business since 2013, many Digital Doc locations are independently owned and operated. Our stores are full-service, digital one-stop shops that deliver superior service and skilled repair -  a recipe for success and market dominance in an expanding industry. 

A solid investment in a growing industry

With low start-up costs, low overhead and high growth opportunity, owning a Digital Doc franchise is a great way to enter an industry that will only continue to grow. Our recession-proof business model and comprehensive opening program make it easy to start and maintain a successful business. We provide comprehensive hiring, training and certification programs to ensure your new franchise team of retail sales, technicians and management will be equipped to deliver superior service and skilled repair that rivals your local competition right from the start.

Comprehensive and Ongoing Support

We’ll also ensure your Digital Doc franchise has a major impact in your local market by providing you a unique position and strong brand promoted via proven marketing strategies and tactics that set us apart from the competition and deliver exceptional results. Our corporate marketing team will help get your business off the ground at launch and continue to be available to provide ongoing consultation and messaging. Digital Doc has the benefit of being a part of a strong parent company, Highland Ventures Ltd. Highland Ventures Ltd is a privately-held family business that has been in continuous operation since 1946 and owns six successful brands. As a franchisee, this ensures you will have the support of an experienced company with all of the resources you need to make your store a success ""

If you’re looking for a solid business investment with a strong ROI, Digital Doc is for you.


With comprehensive training, easy setup and continuous support from a strong parent company, Digital Doc gives franchisees the tools needed to easily and efficiently open their own store. With multiple openings planned in the coming months, Digital Doc is rapidly expanding and looks forward to collaborating with potential small business owners and future device technicians. The above figures are set forth in Item 19 of our current Franchise Disclosure Document. Currently, Digital Doc franchises are only available in certain states. We do not offer any franchises in jurisdictions where we are not yet registered (or otherwise qualified) to make offers or sales. The information contained on our website and in our marketing materials is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute an offer to buy a franchise.
Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee

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