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Franchise New Zealand Winter 2025 Year 34 Issue 02
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New Zealand’s signage industry is facing a growing challenge – an
ageing, and often difficult to source installer workforce. Businesses are
increasingly frustrated with the lack of contractors, missed deadlines
and poor communication, when it comes to sign installation and
maintenance. That gap presents a compelling opportunity for a fresh,
professional solution.
The Installation Company (TIC) aims to raise the standard – backed by
the highly respected team that created national franchises, Speedy
Signs and later on, EmbroidMe. TIC is a new, independent business to
business (B2B) franchise providing sign installation and maintenance.
When businesses contract work to TIC, they know that the job will be
handled professionally, on time, and to specification.
TIC is also an absolute ground-floor franchise opportunity suited
to competent trade professionals. “The person we’re looking for is
your classic tradie-in-a-van, someone hands-on, reliable, and safety
conscious,” says Peter Smythe, TIC’s Franchise Development Manager.
“They might come from a background in sign installation, building,
cabinetry, or joinery – someone who’s confident on the tools and ready
to run their own business.”
A business that works for you
Some initial networking will be part of the setup, so good people skills
are definitely a plus,” he adds. “But over time, franchisees can expect
a steady income stream from a handful of regular, high-value sign
company clients.”
The all-inclusive franchise fee is $24,500, covering training, systems,
and all essential operational materials. However, early bird franchisees
can take advantage of a special launch offer, reducing the fee to just
$19,500 – a saving of $5,000.
To help new franchisees hit the ground running, TIC has secured leasing
options for the van and key equipment, making the upfront investment
more manageable. Peter notes that having some working capital on
hand is also recommended. The training package includes up to a week
in-house and another week in the field, tailored to the individual’s
experience and skillset.
While many ‘man-in-a-van’ businesses spend a lot of time chasing leads,
that’s not the case with TIC, explains Peter. “Thanks to our connections
within the sign industry, franchisees can benefit from an established
network and steady demand from day one.
“This isn’t a franchise built around strict territorial boundaries,” says
Peter. “As is often the case in B2B, it’s driven more by referrals and
strong, trusted relationships than defined operating areas.”
He also believes the timing
couldn’t be better. “The industry’s
in good shape, there’s strong
demand, and a real shortage of
skilled, reliable sign installers.
Businesses are actively looking to
outsource this kind of work – the
opportunity is right in front of us.
If this sounds like you, give
me a call.”
TIC responds to demand for
professional B2B installation service.
Sign of the times
Opportunity: Business & Commercial
The Installation Company (TIC)
www.tic.nz
Contact
Peter Smythe
021 993 800
info@tic.nz
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