Solving the franchise financing puzzle
Most franchisees use a mixture of borrowing and cash reserves when investing in a business. But what is the best funding formula?
Why keeping service consistent is key for franchise success
The best franchises offer the same level of service in all territories. But how can franchises maintain a consistent approach while addressing the changing needs of customers?
Franchise territories: is exclusivity always best?
Territories are part and parcel of the franchising industry. But some franchisors have a less rigid approach than others
Right at Home's Ken Deary is taking care of business
When it comes to franchising, you could say Ken Deary has been there, done that and got the t-shirt. But, as he eyes up 130 franchises for Right at Home UK, he doesn’t look like hanging up his boots anytime soon
Making the franchise agreement and operations manual work together
The franchise agreement and the operations manual are vital components of any franchise relationship. But perhaps the most important factor is the interplay between them
Harnessing high performers can help a franchise flourish
Attracting and developing top talent is only half the battle: the smartest franchisors are those that use top-performing franchisees to encourage and support their peers
Bake & Take brings perfect pastries to British high streets
Following the successful launch of stores in London and Manchester, German bakery franchise Bake & Take is ready to roll out across the UK
Oast House Farm Snacks: the franchise giving something back
Flapjacks and philanthropy don’t often go hand in hand. But Oast House Farm Snacks has found a way to simultaneously feed peckish employees and raise money for charity
Harry Ramsden’s enters the pub sector
A new partnership with Punch Taverns has seen the iconic fish-and-chip brand make its first ever foray into pubs
Finalists announced for bfa HSBC Franchisor of the Year Awards 2016
Home Instead, McDonald’s and Driver Hire among the lucky franchisors shortlisted for the prestigious industry award
