When considering franchisor requirements, there’s an ongoing debate on the importance of business acumen versus industry experience. Some franchisors place a high value on relevant industry experience ...

If you've ever wanted to be your own boss and start a business, becoming a franchisee within the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry might be right for you. With customers focused increasingly on ...

Whether they are launching a multi-unit enterprise based on their own brands or teaming up with a more established operation, New Jerseyans are finding success through franchising. Of the 33.2 million ...

When you want to get into business, one question you may be asking yourself is “do I buy a franchise or start my own business?” This is a good question for many, as there are pros and cons to both ...

A well-executed franchise program can catapult a sound business concept into a worldwide organization. 7-Eleven© operates over 56,000 stores in 18 countries. Subway© is operating over 44,000 shops in ...

A prospective franchise owner should evaluate if industry experience is essential for the operation of the franchise of interest. While some franchises require industry-specific knowledge, others, ...