PROSPECTUS OF zudio

About Zudio:-
Zudio is a well-established fashion retail chain that has taken the Indian market
by storm. Launched by the esteemed Tata Group, Zudio has redefined the
fashion retail landscape with its trendy and affordable apparel offerings for
men, women, and kids. Since its inception, Zudio has rapidly expanded its
footprint across various cities, garnering a loyal customer base and earning
accolades for its outstanding service and value-driven products.
Zudio is one of the rapidly growing apparel and fashion chains in India, Thanks
to its varieties in Western apparel, vast industry exposure, affordability, and
scalability. In addition to over 442 outlets in 140+ different cities, they offer a
variety of products under its outlets such as clothing, ethnic wear, loungewear,
footwear, and other varieties for men, women, and kids.

Zudio owned by Trent Limited is an Indian retail company, which is part of Tata
Group and based out of Mumbai. It was started in 1998, Trent operates
Westside, a retail fashion chain, and Landmark, a bookstore chain with brick-
and-mortar stores in various locations in India.
History of Zudio:
Zudio is a fashion brand from Tata Trent Ltd. The company offers irresistible
fashion at irresistible prices and constant newness in store. The company was
established in 1998 and it s a part of Tata Group, Trent Ltd. It is known for
offering affordable and trendy look-feel fashion apparel for men, women and
children.

Zudio is one of the rapidly growing subsidiary brands of Trent Group in India,
known for offering affordable and trendy look-feel fashion apparel for men,
women, and children. Zudio has established over 442 stores across 140+ cities.

As a Zudio company owner, you will be part of a business plan that has been
tried and shown to work. Zudio is a store that sells fast fashion. It has a wide
range of goods, such as clothes, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and
children. The way the business works is by having low costs and a lot of sales.
With new goods coming out all the time, Zudio needs to move its stock quickly
to stay successful.
Operation in India:
Zudio franchise is one of the great retail store Franchise in India.
Location is crucial in determining a franchise’s success rate along with quality
and service.
The location should have a very high footfall. It should be in the main market
of that area. A corner outlet is the most preferable option.
You can open the outlet nearby colleges, corporates, or any place where young
people love to have Lifestyle items.
Zudio is a popular fashion brand with a good business plan. It has over 70 sites
under construction across the country.
Zudio has an established marketing plan that includes advertising efforts in
major media, social media promotions, and in-store events. As a business
owner, you will be expected to help with marketing in your area and follow the
rules that Zudio gives you. For a Zudio business to be successful, the brand
must be strong and uniform, so you must follow the branding rules.
Zudio believes that fashion should be accessible to all, and its pricing strategy
reflects this ideology. Offering trendy and high-quality clothing at budget-
friendly prices, Zudio caters to a broad demographic, making it a go-to
destination for fashion enthusiasts on a budget.
Zudio - Growth/Revenue?
Zudio has quickly established itself as a leading name in the fashion retail
segment. Some growth milestones achieved by the company are:

• Zudio provides affordable and trendy look-feel fashion apparel for men,
women, and children products to more than 30,00,000 consumers
across India, serving over 19,000+ pin codes.
• It has seen double-digit growth rates month-on-month since inception.
• It has around 1500 stock-keeping units (SKUs) across various tier-2 and
tier-3 Indian cities.
• Zudio claims to have eight fulfillment centers in
Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi, Pune, Ahmedabad, Raipur, and
Kochi.
• The company currently has 86 warehouses.

The company plans to expand its presence soon by setting up warehouses

through tie-ups in 52 metro and non-metro cities. Zudio will be focusing on
building its infrastructure for improving overall efficiency.
What is Zudio’s USP?
One of the main Unique Selling Proposition (USP) of Zudio is that it has been
around since 1998 with more than 15 years of experience in the fashion retail
sector. Since its launch as an offline Franchise outlet store, it has reached a
wider audience through quality products & service. Zudio serve as a one-stop-
shop for all your fashion & cosmetic needs.

Being one of the most trusted and reliable brands in the fashion retail sector,
We understand the needs of the people and keep updating their services and
products offered. Even though Zudio is mostly an offline fashion centre, We
understand the importance of quality products availability and accessibility,
and hence we are looking to expand our offline services only.

• Zudio is one of the top-most India’s leading fashion retail chain all over
the states present in India.
• Zudio has been successful because of it’s best quality and services
served to every customers of India.
• The price affordability factor has further created a good brand image of
the company.
• Zudio’s attractive promotional offers such as discounts, coupons, etc.,
have attracted people all over in India.
 • The company since 1998 has never compromised on three values such
as product and service quality, multiple choice of various products and
providing convenience to all its customers.
• Zudio has proven to be the trendsetter for people of all classes and
masses.

Advantages of Aquiring Zudio:

The foremost advantage of holding a unit of Zudio Franchise is the years of
experience that the brand has in the market. Zudio franchise is recently
established, however, the company has its presence since more than 15 years.
A 15+ years of experience speaks quite a lot about the brand and the same can
be seen from the progress that has been made over the years in the healthcare
sector. It has climbed the ladder very easily as compared to other brands.

The reach and the credibility of the brand has contributed and benefited
largely to its unit holders. With more than 15 years of presence, the brand
hasdeveloped deep trust with its large number of customer base. The
customersare always ensured about the quality and the price of our fashion
related products, thanks to its long credibility. This makes it easier for unit
holders to get a huge boost for starting their own franchise.

As a franchise unit holder of Zudio, another benefit that one can avail is the
retention percentage of its customers. Zudio franchise has a decent offline
presence in the market sector of fashion retail and hence through the various
offers, discounts, accessibility, and convenience, it has never disappointed its
customers. Since it caters to its customers through offline basis, and as a
franchise unit holder, an individual earns through these channels.

Zudio offers a wide range of products to its customers on offline basis. We

have affordable and trendy look-feel fashion apparel for men, women, and
children products, body related products, cosmetic related products, and even
foot wears. All of this, just add numbers to its large portfolio, thereby giving
unit holders a wide scope and opportunities to have multiple income.
Benefits of taking Zudio Franchise:
Although taking a franchise of any popular and good sales-generating company
is always a profitable deal, in every way, taking a franchise of companies of
products can have its different advantages. Next, if we talk about the benefits
of taking a franchise of Zudio, then they will be as follows:
• If you take a Zudio franchise, then the biggest advantage is that you get
good sales from the very beginning because Zudio is a popular brand.
• Regarding fashion retail chain, it is seen that franchise holders get a very
good commission at them, so if you take a franchise of Zudio then you
will also get a very good commission.
• A big advantage of taking a Zudio franchise is that you do not have to
spend any money on branding, marketing & advertisement.
• If you take a franchise of Zudio, then the company also helps you a lot so
that you can make good sales and earn good profits.
• Apart from this, as we all know that there is a situation of lockdown in
the country right now, so there is no loss to the fashion retail related
business at such a time. Zudio company is rapidly expanding itself by
giving franchises to the people, taking advantage of which you can also
take the franchise of the company.
The Zudio Difference:
In a crowded fashion retail industry, Zudio stands out by providing fashion-
conscious consumers with a unique and enjoyable shopping experience. Here
are some key differentiators that set Zudio apart:

Affordable Fashion: Zudio believes that fashion should be accessible to all, and
its pricing strategy reflects this ideology. Offering trendy and high-quality
clothing at budget-friendly prices, Zudio caters to a broad demographic,
making it a go-to destination for fashion enthusiasts on a budget.

Diverse Collections: Whether you're looking for casual wear, formal attire, or
something in between, Zudio has it all. Our extensive range of collections
ensures that every customer can find something that resonates with their
personal style.

Quality Assurance: Zudio's commitment to quality is unwavering. From fabric

selection to the finishing touches, every aspect of their products undergoes
rigorous quality checks, providing customers with durable and stylish clothing.

Customer-Centric Approach: Zudio prioritizes customer satisfaction above all

else. The brand focuses on delivering a delightful shopping experience, with
friendly and knowledgeable staff always ready to assist customers in finding
the perfect outfit.
Why start Zudio Franchise?
No company can directly reach its products to the customers, in this there will
be a lot of loss of money as well as time. So what the company does is that the
company gives franchise to the people, so that whatever the goods are, they
come directly from the company to the franchise outlet and after that the
franchisor sells that goods according to his own.

If the company starts delivering the goods directly to the customers, then the
price of the products will also be high and no one cares much about their
feedback. After giving the same franchise, the company has time left, then it
thinks about the feedback of the customers and pays attention to it, so that
the trust of the customers remains in the company.

Zudio is the pioneer of Indian culture or society and has been a benchmark for
quality since 1998. We adhere to the highest international standards for
manufacturing of products for people, working jointly with global partners. Our
long lasting and smart solutions coupled with state of the art technology
provides sustainable and convenient solutions.
• We invest in people.
• We believe in quality.
• We have a penchant for Innovation.
• Delivering Consistent Quality.
• Enriching the Local Community.
If you have reached to this section and still searching for promising reasons to
start a Zudio fashion retail chain, then let me simplify it for. However, We
believe that, you have checked the background of this chain. In this section, we
would try to explain specific USP or reasons to start this chain:-

1. Renowned and leading fashion retail chain:

As mentioned earlier, Zudio is one of the leading player that carries a legacy of
over 15 years in this fashion oriented industry. It would help the franchisee to
get a sense of working with a renowned and established brand.

2. One-Stop Shop:
Zudio offers a wide choice of quality products including fashion products,
apparel offerings for men, women and kids, footwear products, beauty care
products and cosmetic products too.

3. Garners an enormous customer base:

Zudio has established themselves as trusted brand among its consumers by
providing authentic cum affordable authentic products. At present, Zudio has
Trust of more than 6 million loyal customers – PAN India.

4. Online & Offline Marketing Support:

Zudio chain provides an extensive support to its outlet holders by offering
industry standard online and offline branding & marketing support.
What are the Benefits and Advantages of Starting
Zudio Franchise?
There are several advantages of taking the franchise of Zudio over initiating
your own brand and even buying other franchises. Let’s have a brief look:
• Currently, Zudio is a leader in India as well among all other companies,
gradually landing it an international dimension.
• When you open a Zudio Franchise outlet, you don’t need to think about
the business plan and other nitty-gritty of the business. The business
already has plans and procedures in place.
• Buying an established business means immediate cash flow as We work
on FOCO model.
• Zudio has a financial history. So, it gives you an idea of what to expect
and can make it easier to secure loans and attract investors.
• The company also takes out national marketing campaigns that directly
bring more business to individual franchise outlets.
• The company provide genuine best quality products, setup of Interior &
Exterior, Internal guidance, and overall marketing supports to the
partners. Finally, as a Zudio Franchise partner, you will work with
existing customers, contacts, and company goodwill.
What are the Zudio Franchise Criteria – Cost,
Profit & ROI?
• Investment is a huge question which lingers in the mind of every
businessman who wants to start something of their own OR who are thinking
about taking up a Franchise. As mentioned earlier, you do not require a huge
chunk of an amount to own a Zudio Franchise.
• A brand like Zudio requires an investment of 10 lakh to 50 lakhs as
total which totally depends on your area/space size which seems high to you,
but when you come to know about ROI, it is impressive.
• Frankly, to open the franchise of Zudio, you must have an estimated
investment capacity of minimum 10 Lakh to 50 lakhs for starting a Zudio
franchise outlet in your area. Also, you must have a space of min. 700 to 6000
Sq.ft. for Zudio Franchise Outlet Store situated anywhere in your area.
• Generally, the products of Zudio business operates on a high margin system.
Hence, you can expect a profit margin of 25% on all variety of products
for Franchisee in offline platform of selling.
• Depending on where the store is and how much it sells, the profit rate of a
Zudio business is usually between 25% As a business owner, it’s your
job to keep track of your prices and product amounts to make more money.
It has a huge brand value attached to it’s name:
• Being associated with Zudio is a huge deal as company which is handled
by a well-reputed Chairman & CEO Mr. Noel Tata.
• Since the company has a strong brand name in the Indian market it will
provide you with an edge to use the name and increase your franchise sales.
• Marketing and advertising: Marketing and advertising usually cost about Rs.
10 lakh per year for a Zudio store.

Why You Should Consider to Apply for Zudio

Franchise?
At present Zudio is the leader in the Indian market across the country and
spreading its network nationwide. Zudio is now one of the fastest-growing
fashion retail brand in India. The company comes with a Wide range of fashion
costume products, Footwear related products, cosmetic products, products
related to undergarment, apparels for men, women and kids etc.
Hence, owning a Zudio franchise is therefore not only a profitable opportunity
but also rewarding.
What are the area requirements to acquire a
Franchise of Zudio?
In this, space is needed for two things, one to create a Shop and Godown, so
now it depends on the business that how much space will be required, the
bigger the business, the more space and the smaller the business, the less
space is needed.
• Mini Outlet :- 700 Square Feet To 1500 Square Feet
• Medium Outlet :- 1500 Square Feet To 3000 Square Feet
• Mega Outlet :- 3000 Square Feet To 6000 Square Feet
What is the Investment required to own a
Zudio Franchise?
If anyone wants to take Zudio Franchise, then the investment in it depends on
the space and business because if you do business by making shop and
godown inside your own land/space, then it will work with less investment and
if you have to buy land/space. A huge investment will have to be made in it,
after that a shop will have to be made, then different investments will have to
be made for everyone:-
• Registration Charge: Rs. 1,11,000/- to 1,99,000 /-
• Security Deposit: Rs. 6,80,000 to 14,80,000/- (REFUNDABLE after Agreement
period)
THE FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY:
Are you passionate about fashion and retail? Do you share Zudio's vision of
making fashion affordable and accessible? If yes, then the Zudio franchise
opportunity might be the perfect fit for you.
1. Established Brand: As a Zudio franchisee, you'll be part of a reputable and
well-known brand within the fashion industry. The trust and loyalty that Zudio
has garnered over the years will work in your favor, helping you attract
customers right from the start.
2. Extensive Support: Zudio offers comprehensive support to its franchise
partners, guiding them at every step of the way. From store setup and design
to staff training and marketing strategies, the brand's experienced team
ensures that you have the necessary tools for success.
3. High Footfall Locations: Zudio conducts thorough market research to
identify high footfall locations, increasing the likelihood of your store's success.
Additionally, their expertise in-store layout and visual merchandising maximize
the potential for converting visitors into customers.
4. Inventory Management: Zudio handles the supply chain and inventory
management, saving you from the complexities of dealing with suppliers. This
streamlined process allows you to focus on delivering exceptional customer
experiences.
5. Growth Opportunities: With the fashion retail sector continually expanding,
joining hands with a brand like Zudio opens up growth opportunities. As you
establish your presence and build a loyal customer base, you may even
consider opening multiple outlets to expand your reach further.

6. Support and Training: As a Zudio business owner, the Zudio team will give
you a lot of help and training. This includes help with choosing a location,
setting up the store, buying goods, visual marketing, human resources, and
information technology systems. There are training sessions that teach you
how to run a Zudio store on a daily basis. These classes cover things like
product knowledge, customer service, marketing, and sales methods.

7. Marketing Strategy: Zudio has an established marketing plan that includes

advertising efforts in major media, social media promotions, and in-store
events. As a business owner, you will be expected to help with marketing in
your area and follow the rules that Zudio gives you. For a Zudio business to be
successful, the brand must be strong and uniform, so you must follow the
branding rules.
Initial Investment to set up a Zudio Franchise:
A nominal amount of Rs. 10Lakh to 50 lakhs is to be invested in the company
for a complete setup of Zudio franchise outlet as a setup charge. 15 Lakh is to
be given as Security deposit which will be a refundable amount later on after
Agreement Period with Bank Interest. Also it includes in your total investment.

The profitability of a Zudio Franchise explained through a hypothetical

example:- (Let’s assume Minimum)
Total sales of single Zudio’s Franchise outlet :-
• There is an average purchase of 100 Customers who will purchase
products as their needs and consumptions.
• Every Customer on an average will purchase products of minimum Rs.
1000 on daily basis.

Total sales in a single day (Rs.1000 x 100) = Rs.1,00,000

Total sales in a single month (Rs.1,00,000 x 30) = Rs.30,00,000
Net profit earned per month (25% of Rs.30,00,000)= Rs.7,50,000 (Minimum)
Total profit earned in a year: Rs. 90,00,000/-

NOTE:-
From the above example, it can be proved that you can get your investment
by taking the Franchise of Zudio being set up at your registered location after
paying salaries to your Staff members, electricity bills and rent too in just 12
to 24 months.
Advertising and Marketing:
One of the main hurdles in starting a business of your own is advertising and
marketing. Unless you popularize your brand’s name amongst the people, it
would really seem tough to see any profit in your business. But with Zudio, you
don’t need to worry about brand marketing as it is already a popular brand
among the peoples throughout the country.

Product and Stock Management:

When you become partner with Zudio, then you never need to worry about
your stocks and supplies. Zudio has more than 8 fulfilment centres across the
country and has more the 86 fully equipped warehouses. Hence, you never
need to worry about stock supplies.

Experience and Skills:

When it comes to the experience and skills needed for opening a Zudio
franchise, if you have experience in running a fashion retail business, then you
will have a higher chance of getting a franchise.
Franchise Training:
Zudio will provide new franchise owners with the complete Interior & Exterior
Infrastructure setup, Lights, Fall Ceiling, Internal Air Conditioned arrangement,
Racks arrangement, Display Contents, Billing counter and Setup, POS machine,
etc.; also we will provide staff members as per your outlet needs and required
technical training to process bills and stock management etc. We will also
provide frequent training programs and provide operational support as well.
Zudio provide accurate, authoritative & trustworthy information on fashion &
apparels and help people use their products effectively and efficiently. We also
provide best services from verified staff members and managers which are
hired by company itself in your Outlet.
Zudio continue to expand our rich and extensive fashion content and are
working hard to make this information available in multiple local languages.
As the fashion retail business requires a lot of in detail procedures to carry out
the business, the company makes sure to provide training on it. From technical
to operational, all the activities come under training. The franchisee receives a
manual too for better working. Along with it, the staff gets training for dealing
with customers at the same time while arranging the stock.
CONCLUSION:
In our personal opinion, Zudio Franchise is an extremely great and profitable
opportunity for anyone who is willing to make higher income. This particular
Zudio franchise outlet can be set up with a low investment cost when
compared to the other franchise in India along with higher returns.
The advantages and perks that come along with owning a franchise with a
strong brand image and brand value are also considered an added benefit for
the franchise owner. It gives the owner a cutting-edge potential in increment
of his/her income to a great extent as we are working on FOCO model.
People who are looking to use their investment to create more profit for them
should definitely start a Zudio Franchise outlet by further growing their
business and making more and more profits.
With its immense successful business, Zudio is allowing you to be a part of this
community and grow your roots in their fertile soil. Therefore, the company
provides a lot of ease to their employees and franchisee in minimum
investment and high, everlasting return policy.

In conclusion, the Zudio franchise presents a compelling opportunity for

aspiring entrepreneurs passionate about fashion and retail. By aligning with a
trusted brand like Zudio, you can embark on a fulfilling journey of bringing
affordable fashion to your community while enjoying the benefits of a well-
supported franchise model.
If you're ready to unlock your entrepreneurial spirit and dive into the world of
fashion retail, the Zudio franchise awaits with open arms.
STEPS TO GET FRANCHISE OF ZUDIO:
1. Customers have to send the scanned copy of filled self-attested
Registration Form along with required documents to our team and wait
until your Approval for getting franchise of Zudio gets confirmed after
survey done online by our Verification Department.
2. In case, your Registration gets approved for getting franchise of Zudio,
you will get your Approval Letter on your registered E-mail ID
respectively.
3. After getting Approval letter, Applicant needs to pay the Registration fee
of Rs. 1,11,000 to 1,99,000/ for getting your proposed area blocked for 10kms.,so
that nobody can get registered OR approval again after the
current Franchisee. After doing the payment, Applicant has to send the
receipt of the transaction ID.
[NOTE: We need the Transaction ID / Reference number to proceed
further to the next procedure]
4. After doing the Registration process, you’ll have to sign–in the
Agreement Form by choosing the Agreement Period.
5. After completing the Agreement process, you have to complete the
process of NOC issued by Indian Government provided by company.
6. After completing the NOC process, Franchisee have to pay Rs 6,80,000 to
14,80,000 Lakh
Security Deposit to Trent Ltd. And, after that our team will arrange
meeting at your location along with required materials as well as
Machineries & Equipments to complete the Interior & Exterior setup so
that your Franchise Outlet would get complete & run smoothly.
[NOTE: The sending of every receipt of Transaction ID is Compulsory.]
[NOTE: The Security Deposit of 6,80,000 to 14,80,000 Lakh is must to be paid
after clearingRegistration, Agreement & NOC process.]
Advantages of Zudio Franchise:
• Access to a well-known company and a business plan that works.
• Help and training for everything.
• Campaigns for national advertising.
• Events and sales in stores.
• No Experience is needed as we provide franchise on FOCO model.
• Comprehensive training and professional development is provided
included a Startup kit.
• Freelancer business module under brand Expertise.
• No need to invest time and money in setting strategies.

Franchise Support:
• SIT Selection.
• Operational Training.
• Management Training.
• On job Training with Warehouse & Outlet setup.
• All infrastructure Inventory & Materials.
• Advertising and Marketing.
 Cost / Profit % of Starting Zudio Franchise
Zudio Franchise are available in these three formats:-
➢ Mini Store
➢ Medium Store
➢ Mega Store

❖ Mini Store – Registration Charge – 1,11,000 /-(Refundable)

Profit Margin: 25%
✓ Security Money- 6,80,000/- (Refundable with
bank interest)
❖ Medium Store - Registration Charge – 1,51,000/-
(Refundable) Profit Margin: 25%
✓ Security Money- 9,80,000/- (Refundable with
bank interest)
❖ Mega Store – Registration Charge – 1,99,000/-
(Refundable) Profit Margin: 25%
✓ Security Money- 14,80,000/-(Refundable with
bank .interest)
Area Required to start Zudio Franchise

As mentioned earlier Zudio distributes it’s franchise network in three

Formats.
➢ Mini Store – Size for Mini store should be at least 700-1500 Sq. Ft.
➢ Medium Store – Size for Exclusive store should be 1500-3000 Sq. Ft.
➢ Mega Store – Size for Mega store should be at least 3000-6000 Sq. Ft.
Address:
Trent Ltd.
Trent House, G Block,Plot No C-60
Beside Citibank, Bandra Kurla Complex,
Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra
400051 India.