subject: Great Returns With Small Kiosks [print this page] Making huge investments for buying a franchise may not spell success for budding entrepreneurs. However, there is more risk involved in buying an expensive franchise unit as compared to taking up a low-cost kiosk.
Low-cost kiosk format
Kiosks are small-sized shops, having a semi-permanent fixture. They are mostly present within a larger establishment such as a mall, departmental store etc. The structure of a kiosk could be designed as a standalone structure like a terminal, or a semi-enclosed booth. It offers a wide variety along with the advantage of low investment. The article enlightens aspiring entrepreneurs about low-cost kiosk franchise opportunity in various business formats.
Coffee kiosk franchise
The last few years have witnessed an upswing in the coffee culture brewing across the nation. Major companies like Coffee Day Xpress, Brewberrys and Gloria Jean's Coffee etc have started their coffee kiosk after seeing its low-cost multi benefits. The trend of coffee kiosks has gained tremendous popularity. The key to any such venture is finding out a good location that will give maximum benefit to the sales of coffee. Adding other items such as pastries, sandwiches etc can also promote low-cost coffee kiosk.
Candy kiosk
Candy kiosks attract kids by their enticing and eye-catching colours and presentation. Candy Treats, Sweet World etc are the main players in this section. This format is usually launched in malls and airports etc.
Ice-cream kiosk
Ice-cream kiosks format is another popular category which is gaining popularity in the current scenario. Most of the major players have adopted kiosks and cartwheel formats in ice-cream section. Kwality Walls, Baskin Robbins, Vadilal's, Amul, Gelato Vinto etc are a few names in this section. Quick service restaurant chain Nirula's has also started its standalone ice-cream kiosk model.
Chocolate kiosk
Chocolate kiosks are also catching up speed in the present business scenario. At present there are few kiosks in this format but this is an up-coming concept with great future prospects. Chocolate kiosk can provide entrepreneurs with the right franchising opportunity in terms of low investment and high gains.
Juice and cookies kiosk
A kiosk in juice and cookies category is also a lucrative option for aspiring franchisees. Today, consumers have become very health-conscious. This awareness has led to the opening of many juice bars in the country. Similarly branded cookies are also catching up with Indian preferences. Mr. Orange is a prominent player in the juice kiosk while Cookie Man comes under the cookie section.
Taking a kiosk of any of the above formats is surely a great franchise opportunity for budding entrepreneurs. To conclude, kiosks offer low-cost franchise opportunity with high returns.
