How Can I Make the Most of My Franchise Brand?
Most franchise systems would own a combination of intellectual property (IP). A typical franchise system would commonly have at least…
How to Manage a Franchise
Managing a franchise involves balancing relationships while not overstepping in the day-to-day operation of the franchise. Too little discipline and…
8 Tips to Minimise and Resolve Issues in Your Franchise
Franchisees are the customer-facing representatives of your brand. Their success is your success. Having unhappy franchisees can cause your brand…
I’m a Franchisee. What Should I Look For in a Technology Agreement?
Technology is transforming the franchise world. Customer loyalty programs, point-of-sale (POS) terminals that sync with stock-ordering systems and online training…
Which Leasing Arrangement Should I Choose For My Franchise?
When setting up a franchise network, you will need to decide the leasing arrangements for your franchisees. Unless your franchisees are…
How Can A Franchisor Manage Compliance?
The Franchise Code of Conduct is the primary source of a franchisor’s legal obligations. However, it does not exist in…
Franchise Law Update: Fair Work Bill Passes to Protect Vulnerable Workers
In response to investigations into the exploitation of underpaid workers of prominent Australian franchises, the Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Vulnerable…
2017 Deadline Approaching for Franchisors to Update Disclosure Documents
An important legal obligations for all franchisors is the requirement to annually update their Disclosure Document. The purpose of updating…
Should I Licence or Franchise My Business?
Franchising isn’t the only option to grow your business! You can also license others to use your brand. Whether you…
How to Grow Your Business Through Franchising
Australia is estimated to have more franchised businesses per capita than anywhere else in the world. As a $146 billion…