The Utility Company

IT services
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$45K - $70K
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Company Overview

The Utility Company provides virtual IT services and support for small and medium-sized businesses for a monthly fixed fee. Customers receive on-site support and business-technology consulting from local franchisees. The Utility Company offers a conversion opportunity for existing managed service providers.

About The Utility Company

Related Categories Tech Businesses, Miscellaneous Business Services, Miscellaneous Tech Businesses
Founded 2006
Leadership Mark Scott, CEO
Corporate Address One Hines Rd., #101
Ottawa, ON K2K 3C7

Business Overview

Franchising Since 2006 (19 years)
# of employees at HQ 25

Information for Franchisees

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Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees

Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.

Initial Franchise Fee Information Circle
$39,000
Initial Investment Information Circle
$45,119 - $70,357
Cash Requirement Information Circle
$100,000
Royalty Fee Information Circle
7%
Ad Royalty Fee Information Circle
2%
Term of Agreement Information Circle
5 years
Is franchise term renewable? Yes
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Training & Support Offered

Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.

Ongoing Support
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Online Support
Marketing Support
Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
National Media
Regional Advertising

Operations

Additional details about running this franchise.

Is absentee ownership allowed? No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? Information Circle
Yes
Can this franchise be run part time? Information Circle
No
# of employees required to run 1-3
Are exclusive territories available? Information Circle
Yes
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Updated: December 12th, 2022