Snap Print Design Websites has always been known for remaining innovative and changing with the times, but its latest offering is taking it an even bigger step forward.

From its beginnings in 1899, one would be forgiven for not believing that Snap is the same business as it stands today. Snap started out as a small letterpress printing business called The Imperial Printing Company in 1903. 

The business ran as a commercial printing operation until 1967 when business owner Stan Watt recognised the instant printing concept in the United States. Seeing what the concept could do to the industry in Australia, Stan acquired the technology needed and brought the concept home and in turn founded Instant Print. 

The company later changed to Snap Instant Printing and opened 19 centres in three states. Today, Snap operates more than 156 franchises in Australia, 19 in Ireland, 5 in New Zealand and 2 in China.

Print, Design and Website services

The business now offers print services as well as design and website services. “For more than a decade, Snap has recognised the need for transformation and the need to maintain a relevant business offering,” National Franchise Development Manager Richard Hill says. “It has embraced product innovation to keep up with the digital age. 

Print services are still offered, but the product mix has expanded and evolved from instant print.” Richard adds, “But Snap realises its origin in print is still relevant today. A recent survey carried out by Australia Post found that Australians still prefer to receive magazines, important or sensitive information, brochures, catalogues and vouchers or coupons as physical mail. Combining traditional print methods with digital technology is enabling Snap Centres to deliver smart services to their clients.”

Mobile Business Option

Snap Is Now Mobile Richard says Snap is now expanding its franchise offering further, adding a mobile option, where franchisees will be able to run as a mobile business. “Snap now offers mobile franchising, which offers the opportunity to run a mobile business with low start-up costs and with an income guarantee,” Richard says. 

“The mobile franchises are provided with the full support of the Snap success system, award-winning training and access to great support. The business offers the franchisee a fantastic lifestyle choice in a B2B environment with a Monday Friday client facing work week.” Richard says not only do new mobile franchisees receive the training and support they need to succeed, but they will also be a part of a strategy aiming to make every Snap franchise a success.

Essential Marketing Services

“Snap has invested significantly in transitioning the brand from a print company to a print and essential marketing services company, and this is critical to ensure we remain relevant to our clients,” Richard says. “This transformation strategy is in place and is a five year plan to become Australia’s number one local experts providing print, design, websites and essential marketing services for small and medium-sized enterprises. Snap is after enthusiastic, passionate franchise owners. No print, design or website industry experience is required to join Snap, as full support and training are provided.”