Each franchisee is expected to generate sales on average of approximately £1.4 million and a Gross Profit (net of VAT) of £650,000 over 5 years from a standing start following an induction
and training programme.

These figures assume one retail outlet in a suitable location with the minimum recommended floor space of 1000square feet. A bigger floor space should drive proportionately higher sales.

The minimum expected sales and gross margin forecast (below) are based on the historic performance of TRUS and are considered both realistic and achievable given the training and support included within the franchise and appropriate effort by the franchisee. Please note that no guarantee of actual performance can be given.

FRANCHISEE FORECAST SALES AND GROSS PROFIT*
Item	Year	1	2	3	4	5
		£k	£k	£k	£k	£k
1	Sales	180	240	300	360	360
2	Opening Stock	8	9	10	11	11
3	Purchases	100	133	166	198	198
4	Closing Stock	(9)	(10)	(11)	(11)	(11)
5	Cost of Sales*	99	132	165	198	198
6	Gross Profit	81	108	135	162	162
7	%Gross Profit / Sales	45	45	45	45	45
8	Cumulative GP	81	189	324	486	648

*No guarantee of actual earnings can be given

A detailed business plan will be given to you after our first meeting which will explain the figures in more detail and can be used to help you raise finance (if required).