FASTSIGNS International Inc.

Whilst Winter has been a great time to carry out due diligence, on what opportunities are available for you, as we advance through February, your thinking may have advanced to action. With your thoughts focused on questioning, “Is this right for me?” about any opportunity that piques your interest. This isn’t a simple question. It’s multi-faceted. Depending on the opportunity, it can encompass, for example, “What will my ‘day-to-day’ look like?” “Will this suit my skills and personality?” “Will I enjoy it?”

Over the last 40 years, we've helped people answer these questions, and more, when they’ve spoken to us about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity. Especially if they have an interest in our business concept, but do not have any prior sector knowledge or experience, it can be hard to envisage how a franchise in the signage industry would fit into their life, resources and skillset. So, researching and investigating what the industry has to offer, before choosing the right sector, is as much a part of the decision-making process, as knowing what you want to do in your business.

However, before you can get really excited about going into business for yourself, you can’t ignore the biggest question which underpins everything: “Can I make the kind of money I need for my family and I to enjoy the best of life?” After all, a "better life" only works if you can afford to live it - and those bills still need to be paid, whatever you decide.

So, could a future in signage be the viable business you’re hoping for?

From high street shops (such as Horton and Garton) to manufacturing establishments (UAP), trade shows to corporate offices (Signia), signage is everywhere. Until you take a moment to look around you, you probably haven’t noticed what a huge part of our everyday lives it really is. Even when you do, it still might not be obvious just what a dynamic and diverse industry we operate in… and therefore, the great business opportunity it represents, for you and your future.

The global printed signage industry is predicted to reach $41.4 Billion by 2028, with out-of-home advertising and digital signage creating huge opportunities here in the UK. Our industry will continue to grow steadily. Imagine what it could do for you if you were taking home a slice of this pie, with your own FASTSIGNS business.

So, who’s buying all these signs?

The simple answer is: practically everyone!

Our Franchise Partners’ customer base is hugely diverse, ranging from retail, hospitality and fitness businesses which need shopfronts, window graphics and promotional displays, to professional services firms requiring credible office signage and reception areas. Healthcare and education institutions depend on extensive and clear wayfinding and regulatory signage, while construction and property development sites consistently need safety signage, project boards and marketing hoardings. Corporate offices need everything from branded reception areas to meeting room signs, and events and exhibitions require impactful displays.

Signage is everywhere; it’s not an optional luxury; it’s an essential aspect for public and private bodies. Whether the economy is booming or tightening, companies still need to attract customers, guide visitors, and build their brand. Our customers always need to communicate information or raise brand awareness visually in one form or another.

Which translates into consistent demand, which never goes away. It is, therefore, a big opportunity for you. The FASTSIGNS franchise empowers you to stand out and tap into this demand. We give you access to the most cutting-edge signage manufacturing technology, thanks to our forethought and insight from our parent company in America. Additionally, we're constantly evolving and embracing new techniques, like adaptive digital signage. When you join FASTSIGNS, you’ll receive all the training and support you’ll ever need, so you can confidently and efficiently deliver for your customers, regardless of your skills, experience, or background.

However, running your own FASTSIGNS centre isn’t about standing behind a counter waiting for orders to come in. It’s about you and your team creating something which will put you at the heart of your local business community.

Making statements….

Quality signage is what your centre will be creating and installing, sure, but that’s only a part of what makes our 100s of FASTSIGNS centres around the globe, such a favourite choice for their clients. What really sets our partners apart is their ability to provide customers with innovative solutions, from helping their brand to stand out for all the right reasons, to helping their visitors get the most out of their experience. It's about being someone your customers can trust and rely on. Not just for that one job, but for everything they’ll need in the future, too.

Our Business-to-Business (B2B) aspect of running a FASTSIGNS centre is a huge part of how you can turn a powerful and lucrative industry into a rewarding, new future for yourself. You’re not only supplying a product and service, which is always in demand, but you’ll also create long-term relationships with clients who’ll see you as being key to their ongoing success, creating repeat revenue streams and opportunities for growth.

Ready to explore more?

If you're serious about making a change, perhaps the biggest question you need to answer isn't whether the signage industry is right for you. It's whether you're ready to take your first step to find out! We’ve made it as easy as contacting us, so you can learn more about how you can build your own successful FASTSIGNS business, with the backing of our global brand.