Opening a franchise is an important decision and requires careful analysis. If you are thinking about becoming a franchisee of Strike Brasil, it's essential to ask the right questions to ensure you're prepared for the challenge. Here are six fundamental questions you need to ask before opening a franchise. Strike Brasil:
1- What is the profile of a franchisee Strike Brasil?
Franchisees of Strike Brasil They are passionate about cars and the automotive industry. They value the credibility of the brand, have an affinity with the automotive sector or are automotive enthusiasts with technical knowledge in mechanics. Furthermore, they are dedicated to operating the unit, have the financial availability to invest and have a commercial profile, enjoying serving customers and selling.
Below, see the testimony of Gustavo Fopa, franchisee in Guarapuava/PR, on his participation in our annual convention.
2- Should I have some experience in the automotive industry?
Although it is not mandatory, it is desirable to have experience or have a partner who works in the automotive sector. Our franchisees will deal with highly demanding customers, so it is important to have in-depth knowledge of the automotive sector to ensure customer trust and close service sales.
Furthermore, it is ideal to have at least basic knowledge in mechanics or to have a partner with this knowledge to operate the unit.
3- How much time should I make available for this business?
It is essential to have full availability for the business. Working on the front line, in direct contact with the customer, is essential for the success of the franchise. Therefore, it is necessary to dedicate full time to operating the unit or have an operating partner with experience and technical knowledge in the automotive sector.
Next, watch a video with Sandro Sommavila, a brief report telling what day-to-day life is like, in the practice of a unit manager at Strike Brasil.
4- How will the territory be divided for the franchise’s operations?
The division of territory is based on the potential of each region. Depending on the franchise model chosen, you may be able to operate in white areas, where there are no franchise units. Strike Brasil, or have a delimited exclusive area of activity.
It is important to discuss cities during business planning to identify consumption potential. The franchisor periodically analyzes whether there is a need to open new units in unserved areas.
5- How much do I need to invest to open a unit? Strike Brasil?
A Strike Brasil offers three franchise models: Authorized, Express and Full Store, with investments starting at R$110 thousand. With this investment, you can become an authorized applicator and be part of our network.
Take the case of the Goiania/GO Unit, where our CEO, Markus de Rezende Deimling, explains how the process of opening and migrating from an authorized unit to a Full Store went, in addition to presenting everything you can have in your unit when opening a franchise Strike Brasil.
6- How long will it take for me to get a return on this investment after opening the company?
The return on investment varies according to the franchise model chosen, each model we work with a different target for volume of services. For the Authorized model, the estimated return is from 12 months; for Express, from 18 months; and for Loja Full, from 24 months. It is important to emphasize that payback depends on the average number of services performed in the unit per month.
In the following video, the CEO of Strike Brasil, Markus de Rezende Deimling, summarizes what you need to know before opening a Strike Brasil.
Do you want to open a Strike Brasil?
If you are thinking about becoming a franchisee of Strike Brasil, please feel free to speak to one of our experts for more information and take the next step toward automotive entrepreneurship!
A Strike Brasil which has already served more than 30 thousand customers and is a reference brand in the automotive performance market. We count on more than 50 units spread across Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Guatemala, Ecuador, in addition to the state of Texas in the United States.
We are working harder and harder to reach higher levels and expand our operations. Currently, we develop our own products and services, through studies, research and exclusive technology, ensuring the uniqueness of each of them.
