Franchise Business: Page 6
For Franchises, Small Changes Are a Big Deal
Dealing with changes in operations can be difficult, particularly for a large franchise. Here's how some of the most popular chains are able to do it.
Turning a Mom-and-Pop Business into a Franchise That Serves 14 States
In 9 years, Vincent Lee took a small janitorial business and turned it into a franchise that provides services for huge companies including Nike and FedEx.
Will Tesla Have to Franchise?
Elon Musk has hinted that Tesla may be considering a departure from the direct sales model, something industry insiders consider inevitable.
How I Run a Restaurant Franchise With Virtually Zero Turnover
In five years, James Kolzow has managed to build a Pancheros Mexican Grill that makes over $1 million in revenue a year and has a turnover rate of close to zero.
There's Lots of Free Help for Choosing and Funding the Right Franchise Opportunity
Franchises have the allure of a ready-made business but it's more complicated than that.
Franchise or New Venture? That Depends on You.
Here are some quick gut checks and questions to ask yourself to determine what path you should embark on.
Domino's Introduces 'Dom,' a Siri-Like Voice Assistant to Process Pizza Orders
A computer-generated voice tool named Dom will enable users to customize their pies and also browse local menus and coupon offers.
McDonald's to Refranchise 1,500 Restaurants
The burger chain is making a big refranchising push in the next two years, primarily outside the U.S.
Drive-In-Loving Franchisees, Take Note: Sonic to Open 1,000 Restaurants in Next 10 Years
The burger chain is eyeing an aggressive expansion plan over the next decade.
The 3 Scariest Things About Owning a Franchise
Owning a franchise can be a rewarding career path, but people need to be cognizant of the hard truths that come with it.
Top Franchises You Can Launch for Less Than $50,000
You don't have to break the bank to get started in franchising. Check out our list of the top businesses you can launch for less than $50,000.
The Pros and Cons of Franchising Your Business
Franchising could be your next big strategy for expansion or it could send your growing business down the wrong path. Here are some key considerations before deciding if franchising is for you.
How to Create a Succession Plan for a Franchise Business
Passing a franchise from one generation to the next can be fraught with complexities. A smart succession plan will ease the transition.
Is My Business Ready to Franchise?
If you're looking to expand, franchising can be ideal -- as long as you've got these six basics covered.
Will Dunkin' Go the Way of Burger King or McDonald's?
Our franchise columnist looks how a change in the ownership structure can impact franchisees