Trading In Technology

Buying and selling electronic goods is big business. Gadcet launched in 2009 to tap into this growing market

Consumer electronics is one of the largest and fastest growing industries in the UK. 10 years ago most households didn’t have a smartphone, tablet or flat screen TV. Now most have at least one, if not more, of each.

As the speed of technological change gets ever faster, so does the demand for high quality used gadgets, games and accessories. Not everyone wants or needs the latest release of smartphone, games console or tablet, but most of us like to keep up with current trends. And with every upgrade comes an opportunity to reuse or recycle.

Buying and selling electronic goods is now big business. Gadcet launched in 2009 to tap into this growing market, trading in new and used phones, tablets, laptops, games consoles, TVs and sat navs. The business has gone from strength to strength ever since.

Now, to keep pace with demand and drive the business forward, the Gadcet team are looking for entrepreneurial people to launch new stores on high streets across the UK. If you like the idea of running your own retail business, are motivated by delivering top notch customer service and love technology, this could be the opportunity for you.

Service With a Smile

Gadcet believes great customer service makes a difference. Traditionally, the pre-owned electronics trade has been the home of technical specialists, who know a lot about microprocessors and system settings, but less about delivering top quality service.

To run a Gadcet franchise, you need to be entrepreneurial and motivated by delivering excellent customer service. It would help if you had previous retail or sales experience, but this isn’t necessary, provided you’re commercially minded and good with people.

Retailing is fast paced and requires hard work and commitment. You‘ll receive all the support and training you need to run a successful retail business, but it will be down to you to drive it forward.

Reap the Rewards Of Recycling

By choosing a franchise, you can reap all the benefits of being your own boss, but with the added bonus of working with a tried and tested business model.

The team at Gadcet have already done the hard work to create a brand and build the bespoke systems you need to run a successful business. The comprehensive franchise package includes all the training and support you need to hit the ground running.

Demand for pre-owned consumer electronics continues to increase, which makes recycling big business. In fact, almost all the stock that comes through a Gadcet store is refurbished for resale in the UK.

Fully Charged and Ready To Go

Taking on a Gadcet franchise is a serious investment, so the franchising application process allows you the time and structure to plan properly. You’ll find out everything you need to know about running a successful business and the financial returns you could expect.

• Make contact. If you think this franchise opportunity might be the one for you, the first step is to register your interest by completing the contact form on www.gadcetfranchising.com.

 

• Let’s talk. After you’ve registered your interest, Gadcet will send you its franchise opportunity information pack, which contains more details. Then you’ll have an initial phone conversation to see if this sounds like the right concept for you.

 

• Meeting one. If it feels like there’s a good fit between your goals and what Gadcet has to offer, a meeting will be arranged. This will be a chance to see Gadcet’s operation in action, understand the business in more depth and meet the team.

 

• Meeting two. Having had time to consider the opportunity further, Gadcet will arrange a second meeting to discuss the potential of your chosen location and, if both parties agree, secure the territory with a deposit. You’ll also receive guidance on creating a business plan and Gadcet will give you a franchise agreement to review.

 

• Meeting three. This is an opportunity to review your business plan and go over any outstanding queries. If the business plan is approved, your funding is in place and you want to go ahead with your franchise, you will sign the franchise agreement and pay your initial franchise fees.

 

• Getting started. Once you’ve signed up, Gadcet will organise your training and you’ll be given all the necessary guidance and tools to move onto shopfitting, stocking up and preparing for launch.

The franchise application process usually takes around 12 weeks to complete, although it can take longer to open your store due to premises search and fit-out.

It’s important you take whatever time is necessary to consider if this is the right opportunity for you. Gadcet is looking for committed and motivated individuals to help grow its business, so it takes care to recruit the right people for the job.