Chick-fil-A sets sights on Europe

The fast-food restaurant chains $1 billion international expansion plan

Types of franchises

Franchise systems can be broken into sub-sections for a better understanding on how they specifically operate. This includes types of business activity, system organisation or types of know-how.

How to earn money on YouTube!

Over one billion YouTube videos are watched around the world every single day.

The world's largest franchise networks

Franchising has revolutionized global business by enabling rapid expansion with a proven business model. Discover the largest franchise networks shaping industries worldwide.

International franchising

The idea of tapping into new global markets is financially appealing to any ambitious business owner.

Fornetti baked goods

The Fornetti Group is working to become a leader in the franchise market of frozen bakery products not only in Hungary but also in Europe.

Franchise regulations in the EU (and other European countries)

Thinking of franchising in the European Union? Find out exactly who regulates franchising in the world’s biggest single market.

The franchise package

A franchise package, otherwise known as a franchise license is at the heart of every franchise system. It contains the franchisors complete business concept from A to Z.

What is master franchising?

Master franchising is used to accelerate business growth in a whole new region with minimum resource commitments.

Snap-on to this business

Snap-on Tools is the world’s number one professional tool brand.

Doing it better with Intermarché

With more than 50 years in the business, Intermarché is a truly European retail superpower.

McDonald’s closes stores in Bosnia

The fast-food giant cancelled Bosnia and Herzegovina's franchise licence after a string of scandals.

Programming courses on the rise

Coders Lab's franchise concept is highly adaptable to the unique characteristics and educational preferences of each country it operates in – says Grzegorz Morawski, managing director at Coders Lab IT Academy.

The European Code of Ethics for Franchising

The European Franchise Federation gave itself a mission in the early 1970’s to bring clarity to the rights & obligations in a franchise contract by developing the European Code of Ethics for Franchising.

What is exclusive territory?

How is exclusive territory defined? How does it work? What are its limitations? And why is it important?

Little Caesars is hot and ready for Europe

Pizza! Pizza! From a single store to a global chain – Little Caesars Pizza is a true franchise success story that still delivers today.

The Top 10 Franchising Books

If you are thinking about purchasing a franchise or franchising your own company, these books are a great place to start.

Pizza Hut of the future

After a low performing 2020, Pizza Hut jumps out of the blocks to do business.

Celebrities with franchises

Franchising is becoming increasingly popular with celebs as they put their notoriety into a low-risk, hands-off business investment earning high gains.

On the front foot with FLO

By 2023, this footwear company aims to quadruple their franchise stores around the world.

Getting to know The Body Shop

A natural, sustainable and cruelty free business.

Yves Rocher - Naturally Successful

Having been in business for 50 years, franchisees have a lot to be proud of.

A spot of Bubble Tea

From the far East to Eastern Europe – Bubble tea is here to stay.

Baking success across borders

Emerging from a quaint Lviv Croissants to 170+ location. What's the secret to their widespread success?

How much does a franchise cost?

Interested in starting a franchise but have no idea about costs? Let's talk numbers.

Disadvantages of buying a franchise

Before entering into a business, future franchisees' should consider the disadvantages that come with signing a franchising arrangement.

InStreet franchising plans unboxed

InStreet is number one for sneakers in Turkey.

The definition of franchising

​Franchising is a style of business cooperation between independent entrepreneurs. Put simply, a franchisee pays the franchisor a fee to use their brand and industry know-how.

Franchising Amsterdam's cannabis trade

Cannabis Store Amsterdam is the first truly worldwide franchise totally dedicated to the cannabis industry.

Kings of convenience

7-Eleven have made franchising convenience simple.