This article appears in the November/December 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand Couples celebrating their golden wedding anniversary (ie. 50 years together) often state that the secret to a long marriage is communication. Most franchise systems have been in existence for much less than 50 years, so it is unlikely that… Continue reading The 7 essential elements of Respect in a successful franchise relationship
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Why mediation works to resolve franchise disputes
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand Mediation to resolve franchise disputes has been a core component of the Franchising Code of Conduct in Australia since the Code’s introduction on July 1, 1998. Unlike the drawn-out and expensive process of going to court, where a decision… Continue reading Why mediation works to resolve franchise disputes
MULTIPLE FRANCHISES: A train wreck waiting to happen?
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand People who succeed in business usually have one thing in common – unbridled ambition. No doubt it is an admirable quality but one that often has to be tempered with a strong dose of realism if the business owner… Continue reading MULTIPLE FRANCHISES: A train wreck waiting to happen?
All signs point to a healthy sector and a modernisation of regulation
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand At the time of writing, the Federal Government has just commenced a regulatory impact analysis on the recommendations contained in the Wein Report. Following a consultation period that closed on the 9th of July, the Government released its response… Continue reading All signs point to a healthy sector and a modernisation of regulation
FANZ launches free online training course for prospective franchisees
The Franchise Association of New Zealand Inc. (FANZ), the peak body for the $20 billion franchising sector, has launched a free online training course in association with Massey University that can be accessed through the FANZ web site: www.franchiseassociation.org.nz. Although there are almost 24,000 independently owned New Zealand businesses operating in a franchised format, up… Continue reading FANZ launches free online training course for prospective franchisees
Exclusive dealing and obligations
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand If you are a franchisee and you are obligated to purchase products and services from the franchisor, or a particular supplier nominated by the franchisor, you should be aware of the legal concept of ‘exclusive dealing’ and how it… Continue reading Exclusive dealing and obligations
Which kind of franchise is right for me?
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand Sounds like an easy question but finding the answer to this can be much harder than it may first appear. Going into business is one of the most important decisions most people will make in their lifetime, somewhere between… Continue reading Which kind of franchise is right for me?
Online marketing for franchise businesses
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand Social media offers the perfect opportunity for franchise businesses to enhance their relationship with customers and prospective franchisees. Capitalising on social media does not mean spreading a business or brand’s presence across as many applications as possible. Franchise businesses… Continue reading Online marketing for franchise businesses
Evolution of territory planning
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand Creating a Territory Plan or having Preferred Marketing Areas (PMA) is a desire of most franchise systems, however evolving into a good system can be a nightmare. Most Territory Planning exercises we handle begin from the ‘Beer and Pizza’… Continue reading Evolution of territory planning
Approaches to managing employment
This article appears in the September/October 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand There is little support for franchisees in managing the employment side of the business, according to new research from Griffith University. The research, completed by Dr Ashlea Kellner for her doctoral degree, focused on coffee franchise systems and found… Continue reading Approaches to managing employment