Multi-Location Staffing Cost Comparison

Compare per-location staffing vs. centralized team for after-hours coverage.

Your Inputs

Range: 2 - 500
Range: 1 - 12
Range: 5 - 7
Range: 12 - 35
Range: 1 - 20

Results

Per-Location Model Monthly Cost$21,672
Centralized Model Monthly Cost$7,802
Monthly Savings (Centralized)$13,870
Savings Percentage64%

Key Insights

  • Centralizing after-hours coverage could save $13,870/month (64%).
  • Centralized teams also offer consistency benefits—same training, same scripts, same quality.
  • Consider hybrid: automated initial response + centralized escalation for complex issues.

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How to Use This Tool

This calculator helps multi-location fitness operators analyze compare per-location staffing vs. centralized team for after-hours coverage.

**How to use this tool:** 1. Enter your current operational data in the input fields 2. Use actual figures from your management system when available 3. Review the calculated outputs and insights 4. Adjust inputs to model different scenarios 5. Download your personalized results for team discussion

For the most accurate results, pull real data from Club Ready or your scheduling system rather than estimating.

Understanding the Inputs

Number of Locations

The number of locations for your calculation.

Best practice: Use actual data from your operations when available. If estimating, be conservative.

After-Hours Coverage Needed (hrs/day)

The after-hours coverage needed (hrs/day) for your calculation.

Best practice: Use actual data from your operations when available. If estimating, be conservative.

Days per Week

The days per week for your calculation.

Best practice: Use actual data from your operations when available. If estimating, be conservative.

Hourly Rate ($)

The hourly rate ($) for your calculation.

Best practice: Use actual data from your operations when available. If estimating, be conservative.

Centralized Staff Needed

The centralized staff needed for your calculation.

Best practice: Use actual data from your operations when available. If estimating, be conservative.

Assumptions

  • Calculations use industry-standard benchmarks where specific data isn't available
  • Results are projections for planning purposes and may vary based on your specific market and execution
  • All time-based calculations assume consistent operational patterns

Sensitivity Notes

  • Location count has a multiplier effect on all network-wide calculations
  • Small percentage changes can have significant impact when multiplied across locations
  • Consider running multiple scenarios to understand the range of outcomes

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