Franchise Articles

100 Popular Franchises in Singapore

If your dream involves owning your own business, buying into a franchise can be a convenient way to get started. As the franchise owner will already have a proven brand,…

How To Read A Disclosure Document

In the franchise industry, one of the common document which is used to protect exclusive information of the brand owner is the Non-disclosure & Confidentiality Agreement. The franchisor uses this…

THE CITY by Littlez

Interactive learning playground that recognizes the importance of high-quality role play The City by Littlez brings to Singapore an exciting, first-of-its-kind playtime experiences for children – both fun and educational at…

Why You Should Attend A Franchise Expo 

Getting in Touch with the Crowd When much is heard about the maxim ‘No Man is an Island’, I’d prefer to equate this saying to another which holds just as…

Can Your Recipes Be Protected? How?

The food and beverage industry is a booming one because, let’s face it, people need to eat. It is reported that food consumption in Malaysia has been growing at a…

6 Food Trends To Watch Out For In 2015

Keeping track of food trends can be tricky. Today’s favourite dish might become a thing of the past within months. According to Chef Christopher Koetke, Kendall College Vice President of…

10 Excitingly New Franchises to Watch

The West Coast Franchise Expo featured a number of interesting upcoming franchise ideas. The companies which were part of the expo offered products and services ranging from sweet potato fries…

Too Pedantic with the “P”?

Brands play a key role in franchising your business - it is the face of the entire franchise. Choosing a unique brand is therefore essential. The more the brands stands…

16 Most Common Franchise Terms

Franchise: A person who, under the name and system of the franchisor, buys the right for operating a business. Franchisor: This is the name given to the parent company that…

The Top 10 Franchises Of 2015

Franchises are a lucrative business option as they help in building profitable chain stores without the risks of major investments and liabilities. However a franchisor’s success lies in the effective…

6 Franchises You Probably Don’t Know About

It’s 1948, you’re in Baldwin, CA and you’re hungry. A friend suggests going to the In-N-Out drive through burger shack for fast drive-up service. You simply drive up to the…

ASEAN Franchises Showing Promise

Southeast Asia’s international franchise market is growing rapidly. In the past, US franchises have looked to English speaking nations, such as Canada and the UK, for growth potential. Outside of…

The Curious Case Of Kyoorius Mark

Would past dealings tantamount to bad faith and consequently lead to the invalidation of a trademark? Just as it is difficult to ascertain what is fair and what is not…

10 Golden Pillars Of Franchising

Achieve maximum business growth and become industry leader Most of us would agree that among all the of the business strategy for expansion, franchising will always come to mind as…

Driving E-Commerce Opportunities

There’s never been a better time for Hong Kong businesses, big and small, to harness the power of online marketing. (more…)

[K]onfused with KIKO and KEICHO?

“I’m a big believer in that if you focus on good skin care, you won’t really need a lot of make-up” Demi Moore once said. It is not surprising that…

How startups can scale through franchising

Thinking about scaling your startup? Thinking about a business model that is replicable and scalable, and could run itself without your presence? Here’s a classical example I observe throughout my…

10 Most Important Aspects When Buying A Franchise

Finding the right franchise can be a tough task especially for a newcomer to the industry. Several factors have to be carefully considered before making this significant long term investment.…

Singapore Franchise Showcase 2016 Show Report

The Singapore Franchise Showcase 2016 (SGFS 2016) was held from the 17th to the 19th of March 2016, at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre, Concourse 1 and 2. This…

IP & Financial Considerations For Master Franchisee

Businesses expand effectively and quickly around the world through the franchising system. In the United States, there are believed to be more than 750,000 franchise businesses, with the franchising industry…

Set Foot On the Global Market

By Astreem Corporation Businesses internationalise for many reasons and in various ways. Be it proactive or reactive, internationalisation can be perceived as a prerequisite for survival, an opportunity for growth…

Promoting The Malaysian Franchise Industry

Franchising in Malaysia is growing partly due to its popularity as a preferred way of doing business. In recognising this trend, the government through Perbadanan Nasional Berhad (PNS) takes the…

BEYOND LOCAL SHORES

Taking Malaysian Franchise  International International expansion can be extremely appealing for most franchisors who have reached a saturation point in their own markets. Aside from being a natural and viable…

What’s Next After FIM2010?

Malaysia witnessed yet again the annual Franchise International Malaysia 2010 (FIM2010) over the last weekend (30th July – 1st Aug 2010) which was organised by the Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA);…

A Growing Interest In F&B Franchises

An Industry Without A Crunch Food and entertainment come hand in hand and people are continuously spending big bucks on eating out and enjoyment. This is perhaps the reason why…