Where does
the Thomas Green's Brand come from?
What is the aim behind Thomas Green’s
and what does the Brand represent?
What are the key benefits to becoming
a Thomas Green Franchisee?
How does the UK team help?
Why don’t I just source from the UK
myself?
How much will setting up a Thomas Green
shop cost?
And what are the ongoing costs?
What price does a Franchisee buy products
at?
Can the Franchisee buy local products?
What would the typical size and location
be?
How many expats do there need to
be in my area?
Do I have to be British to become
a Franchisee?
What about the EPOS system?
Do Franchisees sell online?
What happens if I want to sell the
business?
Where does the Thomas Green's
Brand come from?
Thomas Green's is the result of a partnership
between Nisa-Today’s, Britain’s largest grocery buying
and distribution consortium, Nisa-International, acting
as exclusive exporters for Nisa-Today’s, and a management
team with considerable experience of developing retail
opportunities overseas.
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What is
the aim behind Thomas Green’s and what does the Brand
represent?
The compelling idea behind Thomas Green’s is “to grow
a successful international retail brand which is the
first choice destination shop for customers seeking
leading British branded products and services”.
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What
are the key benefits to becoming a Thomas Green's Franchisee?
Thomas Green's Franchisees benefit
because they can run and grow their own business whilst
using an increasingly well known brand and having access
to an experienced support team in the UK, providing
access to key suppliers and on going advice.
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How
does the UK team help?
Thomas Green's will help Franchisees
with the initial assessment for the setup of a new shop,
including appropriate locations, likely costs, shop
layout and product selection through to new product
ideas, marketing opportunities and advertising. Though
based in the UK, the Thomas Green's team will come out
and help the Franchisee with hands on support.
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Why
don’t I just source from the UK myself?
You can, and historically retailers
have done just that, but increasingly entrepreneurs
are now finding that it is much more efficient and beneficial
to work with an experienced UK based team. This enables
the Franchisee to focus on their customer base whilst
the Thomas Green's team identifies the best opportunities
from the UK. Being part of an international network
with a recognised brand can bring substantial benefits.
With Thomas Green you will source direct from the UK
obtaining the best brands through an efficient supply
chain with a team on your side to get the Best of British!
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OK, so
how much will setting up a Thomas Green shop cost?
We will assist Franchisees to work
out likely opening and running costs which are based
on location, the size of the shop, the depth of merchandising
and product selection. Every location is different but
we will be able to give you an early estimate of possible
costs. For more specific information
please contact us.
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And
what are the ongoing costs?
Thomas Green charges a Franchise
fee for the use of the Brand and its support.
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What price does a Franchisee
buy products at?
Thomas Green Franchisees are able
to buy products from suppliers at standard prices less
any discount that has been negotiated by the Thomas
Green Head Office. In addition, Thomas Green will seek
to ensure that Franchisees receive promotional offers
from suppliers.
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Can the
Franchisee buy local products?
Yes, indeed it can be important to
hold some local fresh products as this will encourage
regular shopping by customers.
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What would
the typical size and location be?
We would expect the shop to be between
100 sq metres and 250 sq metres and to be located in
an area with good access for British expats and the
local community. Site selection is critical to the success
of the shop and it should be based either on a high
street or in a good destination position.
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How many expats do there
need to be in my area?
Again this is dependent on the location
of the shop. In some areas such as Northern Europe over
half the customer base may come from the local community
thus expanding the potential customer base.
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Do
I have to be British to become a Franchisee?
No but it is important that Franchisees
have a good understanding of the product base and that
their staff can communicate effectively with customers.
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What about
the EPOS system?
Thomas Green recommends a flexible
and cost effective software package which can be supported
online. The package enables access to management information,
stock control and has automatic reordering capabilities.
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Do Franchisees
sell online?
Every Thomas Green's Franchisee has
access to their own website enabling them to reach customers
and deliver to those who cannot visit the shop. In addition
advertising revenue can be generated through the website.
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What happens
if I want to sell the business?
Franchisees can of course sell their
business. Thomas Green needs to be sure that its Brand
is in safe hands and as such our confirmation will be
required for the transfer of the business.
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