Both routes can work. The difference is how much you build alone, and how long it takes.
| Factor | Independent | Provex Franchise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment cost | Full retail — often $80K–$150K more | Favourable sourcing guidance via our co-founder's relationships |
| Credibility | Cold start, years to build | Proven playbook; build local credibility from Day 1 |
| ISO/IEC 17025 path | Build from scratch, 2–4 years typical | Codified roadmap, target 12–18 months per lab |
| Time to first revenue | 18–36 months typical | Grand opening around Month 6 |
| Territory | None | Exclusive Provex territory for the term |
A franchise charges a fee, royalty (7%) and marketing levy (2%) for system, training and support. An independent keeps those points but buys every lesson themselves. Provex's founders include Sajjad Mir, whose 23 years as founder & CEO of HASTEST Solutions — a completely separate company — inform our methodology; Provex itself is the franchisor you contract with.
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