Ink & Prints was first established on February 1, 2006 at the 1st Floor of Lotus Mall, Imus, Cavite. It was owned and managed by young entrepreneur, Kris Carlo T. Macapagal. It started as an ink refilling station then eventually, ventured to the digital printing business. It was formerly known as Ink Queen Refilling Station then, until after a year, the owner decided to change its name to INK & PRINTS.
Ink & Prints have four business franchise packages that they offer namely UDesignPrints, Ink & Prints Premium, PisoPrints Basic and Ink & Prints World.
- UDesignPrints services include customization of pictures, t-shirt, scarves, tumbler, keychain, and mug printing.
- Ink & Prints Premium Package services include ink and toner refilling and sales, digital photo printing, invitation and tarpouline printing.
- PisoPrints Basic, it only involves digital photo printing.
- Ink & Prints World on the other hand offers services of UDesignPrints and Ink & Prints Premium Packages.
Ink & Prints aim to offer not just affordable but the cheapest ink refilling and digital printing to the people without sacrificing its quality through the use of state-of-the-art technologies. Their vision is to be the most prestigious name recognized as the cheapest provider of high quality digital prints and the most common and best ink refilling provider in the country.
Ink & Prints opened its doors to franchising last April 2008 and had its first franchisee on April 12, 2008. Ink & Prints are the FIRST AND ONLY in the world to offer 12 – month Franchise Warranty to their franchisees. Their investment packages is one of cheapest and most viable investments in the market today. Ink & Prints also offers low down payment plans which makes their franchise one of its kind!
How to Franchise Ink & Prints:
U-DESIGN PRINTS PACKAGE
Franchise Fee : Php499,000.00
Inclusive of:
- 1 set copy, Manual
- 2 Computer Sets
- 7 Printing Machines for Digital Printing
- 1 Kart
- Ink & Prints System Software
- Licensed Softwares Installed
- 3 Press Machines
- Over 300 stocks of laminating sheets
- Over 5,000 stocks of bond papers
- Over 500 stocks of plastics
- Over 12,000 ml of Inks
- And over 4,000+ of stocks, supplies and equipment, FREE!
Set-up Assistance:
- Set-up of accounting books, system
- Advice on site renovation, equipment procurement, furniture purchases
- Local marketing launch
- Assistance on the first month
Initial Training:
- Management of Operations/Training for key personnel
- 1 week lecture, 1 week OJT
- Employee Job Orientation
Required Space : 4 to 8 sq. meter
INK & PRINTS PREMIUM PACKAGE
Franchise Fee : Php499,000.00
Inclusive of:
- 1 set copy, Manual
- 2 Computer Sets
- 6 Printing Machines for Digital Printing
- 1 Kart
- 20,000 pieces of 3R Photopaper
- 700 pieces each of A4, 4R, 5R Photopapers
- Ink & Prints System Software
- Licensed Softwares Installed
- Refilling Machine
- Over 300 stocks of laminating sheets
- Over 5,000 stocks of bond papers
- Over 500 stocks of plastics
- Over 23,000 ml of Inks
- And over 500+ of stocks, supplies and equipment, FREE!
Set-up Assistance:
- Set-up of accounting books, system
- Advice on site renovation, equipment procurement, furniture purchases
- Local marketing launch
- Assistance on the first month
Initial Training:
- Management of Operations/Training for key personnel
- 1 week lecture, 1 week OJT
- Employee Job Orientation
Required Space: 4 to 8 sq. meter
PISO PRINTS BASIC PACKAGE
Franchise Fee : Php299,000.00
Inclusive of:
- 1 set copy, Manual
- 1 Computer Set
- 3 Printers for Digital Printing
- 1 Kart
- 7,000 pieces of 3R Photopaper
- 200 pieces each of A4, 4R, 5R Photopapers
- Ink & Prints System Software
- Licensed Softwares Installed
- And over 500+ of stocks, supplies and equipment, FREE!
Set-up Assistance :
- Set-up of accounting books, system
- Advice on site renovation, equipment procurement, furniture purchases
- Local marketing launch
- Assistance on the first month
Initial Training :
- Management of Operations/Training for key personnel
- 1 week lecture, 1 week OJT
- Employee Job Orientation
Required Space : 4 to 8 sq. meter
INK & PRINTS WORLD PACKAGE (with UDesignPrints)
Franchise Fee : Php1,499,000.00
Inclusive of:
- 1 set copy, Manual
- 4 Computer Sets
- 8 Printing Machines for Digital Printing
- 3 Karts
- 20,000 pieces of 3R Photopaper
- 3 Heat Press Machines
- 700 pieces each of A4, 4R, 5R Photopapers
- Ink & Prints System Software
- Licensed Softwares Installed
- Refilling Machine
- Over 300 stocks of laminating sheets
- Over 5,000 stocks of bond papers
- Over 500 stocks of plastics
- Over 30,000 ml of Inks
- Over 1,000 pre-drafted UDesignPrints
- And over 6,000+ of stocks, supplies, and equipment, FREE!
Set-up Assistance:
- Set-up of accounting books, system
- Advice on site renovation, equipment procurement, furniture purchases
- Local marketing launch
- Assistance on the first month
Initial Training:
- Management of Operations/Training for key personnel
- 2 weeks lecture, 1 week OJT
- Employee Job Orientation
Required Space: 15 sq. meter
Contact Details of Ink & Prints:
Upper Display 7, David Bldg. 2, Shaw Blvd.,
Mandaluyong City, Philippines
Hotline: (02) 579-2200 / 09-ALL-WINNER
Email: info@inkandprints.com
Website: http://www.dalawangpiso.com
Things to consider before Franchising
- Make sure that you really want to start the business before proceeding to own this franchise – Passion and desire to venture into this kind of business.
- Carefully study the franchise agreement, Clause of the contract and terms, condition of the said franchise.
- Check the background of the company if they are following rules and regulations, as well as existing laws on the chosen location.
- Be certain that you can work harmoniously with the company and it is within your interest. A visit to one of the franchise stores/outlets will help you be more aware of operation and proceedings.
- Location is the secret of any business so make sure you have thoroughly surveyed the location for possible strategies and marketing promotions.
Source: https://www.pinoy-entrepreneur.com/2010/05/03/ink-prints/