DCS Cafe Restaurant Report
DCS Cafe Restaurant Report
MARKET OVERVIEW
2011 2011 2011-2012 2012-2017 Total Revenue Average net profit margin Historical annual growth rate Forecast annual growth rate $19.3bn 8% 1.1-2.6% 3.0-5.7%
Market Conditions
Due to the discretionary nature of restaurant spending, the industry has faced difficult trading conditions as a result of the recent economic downturn whereby consumers chose to save by eating at home more often. Further, already low margins were squeezed as consumers sought value for money in food purchases. In comparison, Australias love of quality gourmet coffee, which is seen as an affordable luxury, has resulted in strong growth in the caf industry during this time. Results indicate that 1 billion cups of coffee are consumed in cafs each year in Australia and out-of-home consumption is on the rise. With economic conditions set to improve, stronger growth is expected in both the caf and restaurant industries over the next 5 years and beyond, as well as an increased presence of both international players and franchises.
Competitive Landscape
The Australian caf and restaurant industries are highly competitive, mainly derived from low barriers to entry and high industry fragmentation. In both industries the largest players represent less than 10% of industry revenue, and 91% of caf and restaurant businesses have less than 20 employees. In the caf industry, almost all significant networks use a franchise model as a primary or complementary business strategy including Gloria Jeans Coffees, McDonalds McCafe, Hudsons Coffee and Coffee Club. Restaurants including La Porchetta, Outback Jacks and Wagamama have also set up successful franchise systems in Australia. Operators within the caf and restaurant industries compete on price, quality and customer service. DC Strategy has found that a franchising model can substantially improve these critical factors.
Further information
DC Strategy is widely recognised as the regions premier franchise consulting and legal firm. Our people have helped create the franchise systems and documentation for many of Australias leading franchise networks and have assisted franchise networks to expand internationally. We have worked for clients such as: Hudsons Coffee Grilld Shingle Inn Shuji Sushi Campos Coffee
For further information and to discuss growth opportunities for your business contact DC Strategy on: 03 8615 7208 02 8220 8701 John Di Natale Nasser Abdu
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