Most company owners at some point think about expanding and one of the ways to do so is franchising. Most successful franchises share the following similar, common business elements. more»
When you open a franchise you know that you have a tried and tested business model, so many of the initial teething problems of establishing a business can be avoided. more»
With National Apprenticeship Week beginning on 6 March and the compulsory Apprenticeship Levy just weeks away, now is the time for franchisors to consider the value they can derive from apprenticeship schemes. more»
A new lending fund has been made available to new and prospective franchisees that are looking to enter the industry or expand their current business. more»
Ensuring your brand can remain a relevant franchise in your industry is a challenge for all business owners and one that should remain in clear focus throughout your franchise journey. more»
If your business is doing well, you may decide to explore opportunities in franchising or licensing for extra revenue. There’s a bit of cross-over, but here are the main differences between the two. more»
Having worked as a mechanic most of his life, David Banfield made the move from consumer to supplier in November 2015 by joining American tool company Mac Tools’ new UK franchise more»
Investing in a franchise isn’t buying yourself a job for life. The savviest of investors view a franchise as an asset to build and sell when the time is right. more»
His latest blog post, franchising expert David Burton cuts through the bull and tells it like it is – franchising is an investment, and franchisees want to see a return. more»
When Simon Vardy first set up his franchise business, Sim Trava, in 2004, his priority was to ensure sustainability and longevity. Fast-forward 11 years, and the company now owns and runs 25 Costa Coffee stores – with more in the pipeline. more»
