Safeguard Business Systems has been a trusted partner for small and medium-sized businesses for over 60 years. Established in 1956 as a check-printing company, Safeguard has evolved into a comprehensive provider of business solutions. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and began offering distributorships on January 9, 2015.
Today, Safeguard offers a wide array of products and services, including printed business forms, accounting systems, promotional products, business apparel, office supplies, and web design services.
This extensive product line enables Safeguard to meet the diverse needs of its clients, providing them with the tools necessary to operate efficiently and effectively.
What sets Safeguard apart from competitors is its commitment to personalized service and its robust network of distributors. By combining the resources of a large organization with the attention to detail of a local provider, Safeguard ensures that each client receives tailored solutions that align with their specific business goals.
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Safeguard provides a structured training program to support its franchisees in effectively operating their businesses. Here are the training programs offered by the franchisor:
Safeguard does not grant exclusive territories to its franchisees. Instead, it operates under an Open Territory Policy, allowing distributors to solicit orders nationwide, except in areas designated as geographic exclusive territories for certain distributors.
This means franchisees can compete for customers throughout the U.S., but must respect any specific account protections or territory restrictions already in place. While Safeguard allows broad selling rights, it retains the authority to modify or terminate the Open Territory Policy at its discretion.
Franchisees must maintain minimum sales levels to preserve any granted territorial rights. Failure to do so can result in the loss of these rights, franchise termination, or even the loss of the franchisee's investment.
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