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Retail

Clothing & Accessory Stores ; Other Retail Trade

Formed in 1984, this successful business has found a niche in the market place and is a one-stop wholesale and retail supplier of school wear, plus chef, corporate and government department uniforms and is also a t shirt and promotional embroiderers with approximately 30 schools and montessori. since inception the business has been supplying 100% quality irish made school clothing. to the regions schools, many of which incorporate the school badge, name tags and use the full design print and embroidery service available. the business are the main operators in the area, not the cheapest, they are renowned for supplying a good mid range market and are the sole suppliers to 30 schools in the area. the store is located in an excellent position and is open six days a week. Prominently situated in town, just off the main street, staff have experience of supplying the best quality school and promotional uniforms. the business has gone from strength to strength, a profitable in house embroidery service has been incorporated and name tags and logo s can always be machined onto the garments. Modern sewing machines have also been installed to handle any required embroidery or alterations. this business is an independent wholesaler and retailer (not part of a chain) and has established excellent links with schools having a good reputation with a number of suppliers. The business prides itself on its customer care and provides an excellent service, customers are always extremely impressed by the efficient service and the pleasant and courteous way they are treated. equipment: a large amount of equipment is included in the sale of the business. There is a buradun 6 head embroidery machine (leased), four computers, a colour canon a3 photocopier and t shirt printing equipment details as listed below; an accounts pc with the latest 2008 sage accounts software installed a design pc with wilcon embroidery design software a sales promotional pc with coral draw software an ordering and promotion pc for the school shop a canon colour copier value approximately 7,000 for the artwork and t-shirt transfer paper making two hix heat press t-shirt printing machines a one colour screen printing rig with 10 screens buradon 6 head embroidery machine 3 years old value 30,000 leased with 4 years left to run customer service: the business offers high quality customer care from friendly staff, cultivating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are well trained, knowledgeable and experienced and understand customer needs, always aiming to provide customers with any special requests they may have. customer feedback is excellent as, the business is all about offering first class customer service. key strengths: the business is both profitable and very well established. It enjoys an excellent reputation with suppliers and customers and provides top quality uniforms and corporate clothing to a large customer base. The business has a fully computerised accounts system. key opportunities: well known and with trained and attentive staff there is potential to build on this excellent base. There is an opportunity for the company to expand, with further investment and time the business could move to larger more central premises, possibly a retail warehouse and also target the winter market more. The business is a sole supplier to 30 schools in the area and there is tremendous scope to increase this number. with no competition in the area the opportunity is also available to open a chain of shops across ireland. The business could exploit the recent investment in embroidery machines, which could be utilised full time by undertaking contract work for other firms. There is more than enough demand to warrant all these endeavours, which would substantially increase the company turnover. the business could also benefit from further advertising, direct or otherwise. Already the preferred supplier of many customers with such an excellent track record there is the potential of being able to develop links with other schools and colleges and to expand into internet sales, this will ultimately generate further business and achieve increased sales and profits. The owner recognises that while the business is acknowledged for its quality and service, more assertive marketing will help build this excellent business into an even bigger cash earner for any enthusiastic new owner.

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