Coffeecient Franchise Models-English

Explore four franchise formats tailored for diverse investment levels, business involvement preferences, and local markets:

1. FOFO – Franchise Owned, Franchise Operated

What it is
You invest in and operate the café—Coffeecient provides brand, training & supply chain.
Perfect for
Hands-on entrepreneurs who want full control.
Typical Investment
₹30 L – ₹50 L (approximate range, varies with location and setup).
Earnings & Fees
You retain profits after reinvesting, pay brand royalty (typically 5–8%).
Pros / Cons
- ✅ Full operational control
- ✅ Competitor to personal vision
- ⚠️ Requires operational know-how and daily supervision

What it is
You fund the outlet, Coffeecient runs operations via company-trained staff.
Perfect for
Investors seeking passive income without managing daily operations.
Typical Investment
₹40 L – ₹60 L plus leasehold obligations.
Earnings & Fees
Fixed income or a share of profits; lower margins but less risk.
Pros / Cons
- ✅ Hands-off ownership
- ✅ Brand ensures quality & consistency
- ⚠️ Lower returns vs FOFO; shared control

What it is
Mobile coffee unit for events, offices, tourist spots—delivers branded experience.
Perfect for
Flexible business owners or those lacking fixed-location capital.
Typical Investment
₹10 L – ₹20 L (depending on vehicle setup and equipment)
Earnings & Fees
Profits depend on event volume; modest royalty fees may apply.
Pros / Cons
- ✅ Low setup cost + mobility
- ✅ High ROI during peak events
- ⚠️ Dependent on location, season, and logistics

What it is
A multi-format taste: café + cloud kitchen + retail shelf presence.
Perfect for
Entrepreneurs seeking diversified revenue streams under one brand.
Typical Investment
₹50 L – ₹1 Cr, depending on space and hardware.
Earnings & Fees
Earn from sit-down, deliveries, merchandise, subscriptions; royalties may apply.
Pros / Cons
- ✅ Multiple income streams
- ✅ Resilience against location-only income dips
- ⚠️ More complex operations and higher initial outlay

Model	Investor Role	Operational Control	Investment	Ideal For
FOFO	Investor + Operator	High	₹30–50 L	Hands-on entrepreneurs
FOCO	Investor	Low	₹40–60 L	Passive-income investors
Coffee on Wheels	Investor + Operator	Medium (mobile ops)	₹10–20 L	Mobile/event-based business
CoffeecientX	Investor + Manager	High	₹50 L–1 Cr	Multi-channel operators

Operational Flexibility: FOFO and CoffeecientX offer maximum control. Coffee on Wheels gives flexibility. FOCO is best for passive management.
Risk & ROI: FOCO carries less risk but smaller share; FOFO demands more effort but offers higher rewards.
Crew & Setup: Coffee on Wheels needs minimal staff; FOCO requires trained personnel; CoffeecientX needs a full team.
Local Strategy: Foot traffic locations suit FOFO/FOCO. Campus/office/market zones suit Coffee on Wheels. Larger customer bases suit CoffeecientX.

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FOCO pocket-friendly yet capital-intensive franchises typically see a 2‑3 year ROI .
FOFO suits proactive owners, but maintaining consistency via training is key .