#Franchisor
Expert Robert Bryden shares his legal tips for franchisees
Australia is thriving with over 1,300 franchise businesses in a range of industries, earning over $181 billion dollars in revenue and continually growing. [1] In recent times, however, more franchisees have found themselves in a dispute against their franchisor. These problems generally arise for one of two reasons – either the franchisee has not been advised […]
Franchising: a secure, flexible career refresh
The recently released Franchising Australia Report from Griffith University tells a positive story for franchising, and particularly the retail sector. The report revealed there were 1120 business format franchisors in Australia last year, and despite the flat economic environment we’ve been operating in, franchise brands have grown. This has subsequently led to increased sales turnover […]
Must-haves that lead to growth in business
Business can be a funny beast. One minute you’re hard at work running your business a certain way and then, seemingly out of the blue, a potential new direction presents itself. A number of incidental circumstances can lead to these turning points. It could be that a customer need sparks the idea for a new […]
7-Eleven says model not “dependent” on underpayment and will repay staff
After a joint investigation by Fairfax and Four Corners uncovering widespread underpayment of staff by 7-Eleven franchisees, 7-Eleven has said in a statement that it will pursue franchisees to repay money owed to present and former staff. Chief Executive Officer, Warren Wilmot said “the viability of the 7-Eleven system is in no way, never has […]
Back from the brink: From administration to million-dollar profits
When Rob Dallimore returned to Worldwide Printing Solutions as CEO in 2010, the business was in bad shape. Dynamic Business sat down with the CEO to find out how the business was turned around.
Workplace regulator reaches out to franchises
The Fair Work Ombudsman is asking franchises to take part in its National Franchise Program (NFP), designed to improve compliance with workplace laws across their network.
Cafe2U franchisees win Franchising Council Merit Award
Andrew and Mandy Lynch, owner/operators of a Cafe2U franchise in the Perth region of Kenwick and Maddington, have been rewarded for their efforts by taking home a Merit Award at the Franchising Council of Australia (FCA) Awards.
The legal complexities of going international
Expanding globally can be a great way to grow your franchise business, but its no easy ride.
Franchisor/Franchisee conflict due to poor communication: Study
A study by Griffith University into franchise conflict has revealed the need for better communication between franchisors and their franchisees.
Mailpost founder and NSW master franchisor fails code
The Federal Court Tuesday declared that Mailpost founder Peter Kritas and NSW master franchisor, Mailpost Postie Network Pty Ltd (MPNS), engaged in conduct that contravened the Trade Practices Act 1974.
Australian first for franchising
For the first time in Australia, independent business reports on the best franchise opportunities in the country have been made available to the public. Adrian McFedries of DC Strategy talks about why he and his team have spent the last 18 months compiling them. The region’s leading franchise specialist is about to roll out a […]