Business Options is the only Franchise Consultancy in the UK accredited by all of the following: The British Franchise Association, The Irish Franchise Association, and The Institute of Consulting. This ensures that we have the breadth of skills and experience necessary to develop the most suitable expansion model for our clients. Clive Sawyer, Managing Director of Business Options is the author of 3 leading industry books on franchising and also the Founder and Director of the Encouraging Women into Franchising Group (EWIF)..