The Lott (Tatts)
The Lott is the mark of trust that unites Australia's Official Lotteries by Tatts (Tattersall's Sweeps Pty Ltd), Tatts NT (Tatts NT Lotteries Pty Ltd), NSW Lotteries (NSW Lotteries Corporation Pty Ltd), Golden Casket (Golden Casket Lottery Corporation Limited) and SA Lotteries (Tatts Lotteries SA Pty Ltd) under one banner.
Every time their customers play their favourite games through Australia's Official Lotteries, they are helping to play an important role in supporting and inspiring Australian communities.
Being a Franchisee requires a shared commitment to the vision and direction of the business.
It requires the highest standards of customer service and integrity and a desire to sell products that are innovative, exciting and widely played.
In return, Franchisees are recognised and rewarded for their contribution and support.
Franchisee Requirements
All prospective Franchisees are required to submit an application to the Lott, and are assessed against the following three key criteria:
•the suitability of the applicant;
•the suitability of the business; and
•the ability to generate a sufficient financial return for the Lott.
When an application is received for a new site, the Lott reviews the business and site location to determine if the franchise criteria can be met. Face to face interviews with prospective retailers and any supervisors are also conducted to assess the suitability and ability of the applicant.
Finally, a minimum of two prospective retailers and/or supervisors are required to successfully complete the New Retailer Program, consisting of a two week competency-based training program, prior to the commencement of selling lottery products.
Training, Marketing and Promotion
A minimum of two prospective franchisees and / or supervisors are required to successfully complete Tatts Training prior to settlement and/or commencement of selling lottery products.
The New Retailer Program is a two week competency based program which incorporates classroom based training around products, procedures and equipment as well as practical experience at a Tatts Endorsed Training Outlet (ETO).
For staff to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge they must complete training which is conducted by Tatts. Training must be completed prior to the selling or processing of lottery products.
The Benefits
The considerable benefits in becoming a Tatts franchisee include the following:
•Increased business opportunities
•Comprehensive training
•Marketing support
•Operational and technical support
•Commissions
Tatts places great emphasis on working together with franchisees to ensure both Tatts and franchisees benefit through better business performance.
The Cost
Costs can vary dependant on location and type of operation. Check out some currently for sale below.
Other Key Info
The type of outlet granted will depend on the sales potential of each particular lottery product.
An outlet will be appointed as one of the following:
•*All Products outlet selling all nominated Tatts products using a gaming terminal. (Some All Products outlets also have an Instant Scratch-Its S3 terminal)
•Instant Scratch-Its outlet selling a range of Instant Scratch-Its using an S3 terminal.
To assess the suitability and ability of the applicant as outlined in the franchise criteria, applicants are required to attend a face to face interview.