ClubLaptop is a leading initiative from the highly successful team that launched “Re-feel Cartridge Store”, India’s leading printer cartridge recharging chain with a presence at over 115 locations across 80 cities and counting. Building on their experience in the IT industry across a decade, they recognized the growing needs of the ever expanding laptop aftermarket. The idea of building a ‘service club’ for the entire range of laptop users from business professionals to university students was formed. By mid-2010 ClubLaptop was established as a one-stop solution for laptops, accessories & laptop care, quickly growing to over 80 locations across India. Pioneering a unique & first of its kind initiative, ClubLaptop intends to open 300 ClubLaptop stores all over the country by 2013.
Headquartered in Kolkata, ClubLaptop has corporate offices in Delhi and Mumbai from where it builds out its regional network and supports to its partners. Driven by its technical strength, ClubLaptop offers its clients, whether large corporate or retail consumers complete piece of mind with a “No-Solution No-Fee” policy- something no one else in the market can offer across its entire network. In fact, the convenience of multiple locations in all major cities, quick turnaround times and very competitive pricing uniquely position ClubLaptop to remain the premier option for all laptop aftermarket needs.
The founders of ClubLaptop have passion for life and building businesses. Awarded “The Emerging Company of the Year, 2009”, and the “Franchisor of the Year in Business Services, 2010”, they are proud of past achievements and have an eye to the future. This forward looking approach has attracted the attention of a leading London-based private equity firm, TLG Capital, who have made a strategic investment and bought a stake in the company. The investment is worth around $5 million and is aimed at helping the company develop into a world class brand in India and beyond.
| Date Commenced Operations | : | 2009 |
| Date Commenced Frachising / Distribution | : | 2009 |
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| What areas are available for Unit franchise? | : | Nationwide | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Is there exclusive territorial rights given to a unit franchise? |
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| Are any performance guarantees given to unit franchisees? |
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| What is the anticipated percentage return on investment? | : | Over 100% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| What is the likely pay back period of capital for a unit franchise? | : | 12 - 18 months | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Are there other investment requirements? |
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| What type of property is required for this franchise opportunity? | : | office/showroom |
| Floor area requirement | : | 150 - 200 sft |
| Preferred location of unit franchised outlet:? | : | upmarket areas |
| Do you currently have detailed Operating Manuals for franchisees? | : | Yes |
| Where is the franchisee training done? | : | At the HO in Kolkata |
| Is field assistance available for franchisees? | : | No |
| Will someone from Head Office assist me when I open my franchise? | : | Yes |
| What IT systems do you presently have that will be included in the franchise? | : | Yes |
| Do you have a standard Franchise Agreement? | : | Yes |
| How long is the franchise term for? | : | 3 |
| Is the term renewable? | : | Yes |