Demand for freight and package services had already increased due to online sales and the corresponding delivery of the items purchased.
But the COVID restrictions have seen another big push.
With many employees and business owners now getting used to Working From Home, this increased level looks set to continue as the online world is now well entrenched.
A Pack and Send franchises offer a broader range of services than simply postage, which can be done at a Post Office. It typically involves liaison with freight forwarders as well as some brands offering specialised packing services for customers.
As one client said to me, “It’s not hospitality, there’s nothing perishable, it’s normal trading hours, it’s business to business and I get my weekends back!”
However, this business it still needs someone to drive it. Someone who is prepared to get out there, meet people, promote their business, network, sponsor and build their local community presence.
From a financial perspective, the costs can be fairly well contained. The two biggest costs are wages and rent. Location and positioning are important considerations, so this may impact rental costs, but there are some good deals on offer, with more likely to appear.
Remember to get a Pre-purchase Review done before you commit, to review the numbers and make sure it is a viable option for you to consider.
Let me know if you need a hand.
Peter
Brands we’ve worked with include Pack & Send and InXpress Freight Forwarders