Franchising

Once upon a time, the ‘open 24 hour a day, 7 days a week’ business model was reserved for big city convenience stores, petrol stations, and not much else.

Setting up a franchise can be a great business decision, but there are also significant legal and regulatory costs to be considered.

The proportion of Australians transacting on mobile devices has seen strong growth over the past 2 years.

The ACCC claimed Lux had engaged in “unconscionable conduct” in relation to the sale of vacuum cleaners to three elderly consumers in their homes.

If you’re still not convinced about the impact a mobile app or online shopping platform can have on your business, a new report on Australia’s spending habits may give you that extra push.

QR codes have been widely used as a marketing tool and when used effectively, can add value to the consumer experience. Using the codes for mobile coupons may be one such way.

We live in the most franchised nation in the world on a per-capita basis; there are three times as many franchises in Australia as the USA, and they account for about 14 percent of GDP. Picking what sort of franchise to enter takes more than a few ideas and a lazy hour on the Internet. […]

Dreaming of owning your own business? Then you’re not alone – thousands of Australians want to move on from their current role and take charge of their future.

Whether you are an online or offline franchise business, exceptional customer service is crucial to the continued success and growth of the brand.

A Melbourne nurse turned ‘mumpreneur’ has franchised her business, making travelling with young children just that little bit easier.

After South African entrepreneur Stan Gordon made the bold move to come to Australia – a country he knew nothing about – he felt like he’d landed on Mars.

A popular Australian dog grooming business knows how to keep its franchisees happy, recently welcoming back a member of the team after ten years absence.

A Cairns couple is set to spread the paleo message around Australia, franchising their business just six months after its opening.

Do you have a social media profile for your franchise business but you are not sure how to use it to build your brand?

Global fast food chain Carl’s Jr. has made sales records in New Zealand, opening eight stores in the past 18 months. Now they’ve set sights on Australia.

He’s Snap-on Tool’s most successful multi-unit franchisee, with turnover of more than $1m each year, and fifteen awards to prove it. Here Brad Watts shares the secret to his success.

Franchisors should implement an online marketing strategy to help them make the most of their presence online and to increase their online visibility.

Being aware of what causes some conflicts is the key to being better equipped to handle rising tensions and smooth issues over in more efficient and effective ways.

Starting a franchise can be a daunting process. There are many decisions you will have to make and if you are unfamiliar with the processes there is a chance you may make a critical error that could set you back quite a fair way.

Choosing to franchise your business is an exciting decision to make and a fantastic marketing method. But how are you supposed to know whether franchising is the right move for your organisation? Consider these 5 signs.