A Franchise Operations Manual is a comprehensive document that outlines the policies, procedures, and best practices for operating a franchise business. It serves as a guidebook for franchisees and their employees to help ensure consistent operations, maintain brand standards, and provide a high level of customer service. The manual typically includes information on topics such […]

The franchise agreement The franchise agreement is the written document that sets out the terms of the arrangement between the franchisee and franchisor. It covers in detail the rights and obligations of each party. It is important that the agreement is fair to both parties, ensuring that franchisees are properly supported, and that the franchisor […]

Preparing for Franchising? Before a business can begin to recruit franchisees, it needs to demonstrate that it offers a viable way for them to make money. It is essential that the business is strong and profitable, but it also requires a tangible and replicable business model that franchisees can buy into.  If you are at […]

Is your business suitable to Franchise? The franchise model will not suit every business. In order to build a successful franchise, a business primarily needs to be successful, replicable, and have a unique selling point. The business needs to be attractive to potential franchisees and will need to generate a worthwhile profit for them. The […]

What is franchising? Of the many kinds of franchises, a venture usually will fall into one of the two general franchising arrangements: Business Franchise: in this arrangement, the franchisee buys the right to use the franchisor’s methods of marketing, operational systems, logos, trademarks, architectural styles, and other features. The franchisor will dictate many of the […]