There are several different factors that contribute to a balanced franchise territory. A lot rests on getting it right. For a franchise business to thrive, it needs to present territories offering a clear value proposition to potential franchisees. Once established, the territory needs to have the economic potential that allows the franchisee to compete effectively and establish a successful...

It is no small feat to become an international franchise business. Not only are you setting your sights on entirely new markets, but you must concentrate on a number of factors that you may not have had to previously. These include structural characteristics such as local laws and any relevant regulatory framework in a different country, social customs, consideration of whether your product or...

All things being equal – skills, determination, tenacity, funding – why do some franchisees excel whilst others struggle to establish a thriving business