Franchise

Franchising Format for Business

A Business Format Franchise fundamentally comprises the following elements:

• The entire business concept which includes the brand and all the intellectual property.
• A process of induction and training in all aspects of the business according to the business concept that is written up in the business manuals.
• A continuing process of assistance monitoring and guidance.

Business statistics show that 80% of small business' fail within the first crucial three years of operation, against the 80% of franchisees that are successful.Elements of the Franchise Relationship

Worldwide franchising is a growing phenomenon. In 1998, the $3 billion franchise sector in New Zealand grew by 25%, the highest rate of growth in the world.

When you purchase a Franchise you purchase not only a business but a proven and tried format of how to best operate the business. This is why Franchising is so successful.

In comparison to starting a business from scratch, purchasing a franchise is considerably different. As a Franchisee you are neither a partner nor involved in a joint venture with the Franchisor. You are an entirely independently owned and operated business. It is your business, but you use an already developed and successful system that the Franchisor has developed, while gaining the benefits of a recognised brand, coordinated marketing initiatives, professional assistance and ongoing support services.

ANIMALZ Systems Limited benefits when you are successful, so it is entirely in our interest to help you to establish, operate and expand your business. In order to successfully operate a business format franchise system it is essential that both parties fully understand each other's roles and obligations.

A lot of people do not understand why they should pay a royalty on top of the purchase price for their Franchise. The royalties pay for themselves time and time again providing:

• ANIMALZ's branding
• Business Development
• Marketing advice and Initiatives
• Comprehensive manual set
• Training and Seminars
• Financial management, Monitoring & Reporting
• Information Technology Advice
• Business and Supply Relationships
• Networking and Knowledge sharing
• Ongoing Support & Mentoring

The fee you pay for these benefits is minimal compared to what these expenses would total if you were a single operator.

One of the advantages of becoming a franchisee is that you are never on your own. Franchising can be described as:

"All the benefits of small with all the benefits of big."

"Why own a hamburger shop when you could own a McDonalds?"

"JOIN OUR TEAM AND REAP THE REWARDS!"

The ANIMALZ franchise structure has been based on the highly successful business format paradigm that has experienced rapid growth both nationally and internationally. The ANIMALZ 'system' encompasses management expertise, branding, state-of-the-art I.T., communications, franchise manuals, staff and leadership training seminars, as well as financial operating systems.

The franchisor, ANIMALZ Systems Limited is a privately owned company providing management support, accounting services and expertise to the ANIMALZ franchise network. The principals of The Doctors Systems Limited are responsible for the creation of The ANIMALZ concept and developed the business systems that are central to the franchise development and structure.

Benefits of The ANIMALZ Franchise:

The ANIMALZ branding
Business Development
Marketing advice and initiatives
Comprehensive manual set
Training and Seminars
Financial management, monitoring & Reporting
Information Technology Advice
Business and Supply Relationships
Networking and knowledge sharing
Ongoing Support & Mentoring
Franchise Association of New Zealand Code of Ethics

The ANIMALZ Branding

The ANIMALZ is synonymous with superb customer service and respect for all. Our centres all contribute to the integrity of the logo and benefit from client confidence in ANIMALZ.

Business Development

Advice on medical centre fitout, refurbishment, equipment and renovation including conversion strategies.

Marketing

The ANIMALZ franchise offers experience in marketing health services. ANIMALZ (Systems) Limited can assist Franchisees with newspaper advertisements; flyers; posters; radio campaigns; direct mail and Press Releases or editorial material. ANIMALZ (Systems) Limited can provide Franchisees with a suggested design or theme for advertising that can be tailored to suit individual needs.

Manuals

The ANIMALZ franchise has a comprehensive set of detailed operating and business systems manuals. These are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they are current and relevant.

Training and Seminars

Both initial and ongoing training including regular seminars for all Franchisees and their staff to ensure we all keep abreast of changes in health care and delivery.
Regular meetings and conferences with other Franchisees and the Franchisor directors.
On call access to the Franchisor and their professional team of experts.

Financial management, monitoring & reporting

ANIMALZ (Systems) Limited provides comprehensive financial services to ANIMALZ franchised centres allowing veterinarians, nurses and other professional staff to focus on their roles knowing that the management systems are tailored to them - developed by veterinarians for ANIMALZ.
The financial services include payroll management; cashflow monitoring and reporting; creditor processing and payment; general ledger preparation; taxation; preparation of budgets; billing reports; aged balance summaries; asset schedules; solvency reports; dividend payments; bankers reports, and a range of other financial services including regular benchmarked reporting.

Information Technology Advice

ANIMALZ Franchisees are provided with up to the minute advice on their information technology needs and systems covering; email, Intranet; Internet web site, Vetlink practice management software; eftpos; facsimiles and telephone options.

Business and Supply Relationships

Close relationship with suppliers using The Doctor's reputation, expertise and performance history to ensure purchasing benefits and advantages for the group.

Networking, knowledge sharing & innovation

Using our network of relationships both internally and with external pace-setters, regular meeting systems and Intranet connectivity we are well positioned implement innovation together into the new millennium.

Ongoing Support & Mentoring

Through regular site visits, phone, e-mail and intranet, assistance in key requirements involving legal, legislative and funding change are given. Auditing of franchisees practices is done by franchisor support staff. ANIMALZ (Systems) Limited is able to provide ongoing advice and mentoring services to any Franchisee upon request. This service ranges from crisis management and problem solving to providing advice and support either by telephone or in person if required.

Franchise Association of New Zealand Code of Ethics

We are active participants in the Franchise Association of New Zealand and subscribe fully to their Code of Ethics and to learning more about and promoting franchising as a reputable and win-win business practice.

The Future

We aim to maintain and improve on what we have done, as well as to identify and evaluate opportunities for new developments and offer them to our associated colleagues and companies.
We will actively explore opportunities, innovations and technologies that will be of greater benefit for the group. We maintain an open mind regarding future joint venture possibilities.

AnimalZ Systems Limited

31 Johnsonville Road
Johnsonville
Wellington
New Zealand
Email: nick@animalz.co.nz
Ph: 027 2277 452
Fax: 04 478 6669

Professional Memberships: Franchise Association of New Zealand Inc - Interim Membership.