How to start Dmart Franchise

How To Start Dmart Franchise

Dmart- D Franchise opportunity

With a presence of 196 stores in 72 cities spread across 11 states, this supermarket chain has managed to become the 11th most valued Indian firm by market valuation, with the company’s market capitalisation standing at ₹ 1,58,902.37 crore on the BSE ( Business stock exchange ) and that’s how Dmart earned its name.

About Dmart

Dmart was established by Dr. Radhakishan Damani and family to address the basic and growing needs of the Indian family

Dmart is one stop supermarket chain which aims to offer the consumers with a wide range of basic personal and home products at the most competitive prices like :

Home utility products : food, toiletries, beauty products, garments, bed and bath linen, kitchenware etc

Facts about Dmart

Founder : Dr. Radhakishan Damani

Founded : 2000

Headquarters : Mumbai

Subsidiaries : Avenue Food plaza pvt ltd. , Avenue E-commerce ltd.

Revenue : $ 2.7 billion (FY19)

Net income : $ 133.85 million (FY19)

Everything you need to know about Dmart :

Unique selling point (USP) For Dmart Franchise :

The unique selling point of owning a Dmart franchise and the value you’d get from its business is because of the following reasons :

Firstly, it aims to meet the middle-class Indian consumer needs like no other supermarket chain I.e starting off with “everyday low prices, every day low cost strategy “
Secondly, because of its low costs followed by high demand, it’s inventory turnover is high helping them negotiate their costs while purchasing further bulk inventory

Business model of Dmart

Every business model comes with 4 variants which defines its operations and business value. Incase of Dmart it is as follows:

Value proposition: The value which which a Dmart franchise proposes is like discussed above :

If you own a Dmart franchise you won’t be spending on marketing strategy but on the sales through “everyday low cost” strategy of Dmart making operations easier
Secondly, high demand because of low cost is likely to increase your inventory turnover ratio, providing a consistent yet growing business.

Target consumers : The consumers towards whom Dmart’s low cost deals could be targeted are as follows :

Budget savoury, middle class consumers
Low income consumers
Independently living, budget savoury with sophisticated tastes for brands- consumer

Competitor review : The main competitors which could compete with Dmart in terms of attracting customers would be : Big bazar, Reliance fresh, Ratnadeep etc. Dmart stand as a leader when it comes to the sales part of business

Marketing strategy : Dmart doesn’t believe in or has any marketing strategy. It lets the “word of mouth” do all of its promotions.

It offers everyday discounts and low costs for customers rather than spending on fancy, hunky dory marketing strategies.

Benefits of starting a Dmart franchise

The benefits which one could seek from starting a Dmart franchise is as follows :

Brand name : Dmart carries its name across 196 cities in India itself and is the 11th most valued Indian firm by the market valuation. Giving you all the reasons to become a part of its operations

Easy management : Dmart comes with frequent and high inventory turnover ratio, helping you keep a track of the inventory by keeping up with the high demand of customers because of low costs

Easy operations : The ownership of a Dmart franchise wouldn’t involve you in any sort marketing strategies to keep up with because of its principles to divert the money in providing low costs and discounted deals to customers

Minimal requirements: Dmart doesn’t come with a load of paperwork or even as heavy investment. It also provides an easy return on investment

What are the qualifications and requirements for a Dmart franchise

Requirements

A space requirement of 1000 sq ft., a floor area requirement In a prime location within residential and commercial area
A staff requirement of 10 members with training in sales, customer management, IT etc
A skill requirement of entrepreneurship, customer satisfaction and management in the owner

Qualifications

One can qualify as a franchise owner if they meet with the following requirements:

Standard franchise agreement
Lease agreement
Aadhar car, PAN Card and bank details
GST registration
Documents certifying the financial and entrepreneurship background status

Investment required to run a Dmart franchise

CONTENT	AMOUNT
1. Investment	₹10lakhs-₹20lakhs
2. Brand/franchise fee	₹25000

Assistance by Dmart

Detailed operating guidelines manuals for operating franchise
Expert guidance from head office to franchise in starting a franchise
Installation of current IT systems and support in partnering and collaborating with brands.

Dmart franchise profits

CONTENT	AMOUNT
a. Return on investment	40%
b. Payback period	2 years

An average Dmart store does

Sale of : ₹ 21.4 lakhs per day

Profits : ₹ 1.7 lakhs per day

How to apply for a Dmart franchise

One can apply for a Dmart franchise in the following ways :

Either by visiting the official website of Dmart and leaving your contact details along with your query to acquire a Dmart franchise
Or by emailing the Dmart on their official email address, or contacting them on their customer care number and presenting your quests for the same.

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Suggestions

Having second thoughts about whether or not to take up this franchise. Let’s fact check :

Firstly, Dmart has also been seen expanding it global presence in markets like Amsterdam, New Jersey and San Francisco so you might want to have a part of this expansion
Secondly, Dmart deals in Indian consumer’s consumption demand and your supermarket will be a one stop for all of their needs which will remain unaffected by any economic or political instability.
Lastly, requires minimal investment, enough profits, easy management giving you more than just reasons to get your hands on this franchise.